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Couple get flashed from roadside daily SHEPPARTON’S only fixed road safety camera nabs between two and three speeding drivers a day in the CBD. The camera, located on the intersection of Wyndham and High Streets, has raised $314,789 from 1350 speeding fines between July 1 2019 and November 22 this year (a period of nearly 17 months).

On average, 7310 vehicles pass by the camera every day.

For context and in comparison, an intersection camera in Melbourne’s CBD was the source of issuing 38,705 infringements in just a 12-month period between 2018/19.

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RISING UP... Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, Shepparton Art Museum chief executive officer, Dr Rebecca Coates, and senior curator, Shelley McSpedden at the new SAM this week, announcing $265,000 of funding to bolster the offerings at the SAM once it moves into its new home. Photo: Struan Jones

Christmas comes early for SAM Funding to enhance offerings at new location AS the building for the new Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) approaches completion, work is going on in the background to prepare the walls with new works of art.

Indigenous art, education, digital content, and job creation are at the centre of more than $265,000 in Federal Government funding that will further bolster the offerings at SAM's new $50M home adjacent to Victoria Park Lake.

In making the announcement at the edge of the new site, Federal Member for Nicholls, Damian Drum, said SAM had been awarded the grant via the Government’s $75M Restart Investment to Sustain and Expand (RISE) fund, which is supporting arts and entertainment organisations seeking to restart, re-imagine or create new cultural and creative activities following the prolonged COVID-19 shutdown.

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Writing their best story: Primary story writing competition winners announced T WO budding writers from Goulburn Valley Grammar School have won the 2020 Shepparton Story Writing Competition and have been presented with a printed copy of their book, Little Things.

The winning students, Miriam Ford and Lila Plunkett, also received a certificate for their winning book, which will now be included as part of the local book bag program for 12 months, and handed out to children attending their 3.5 year Maternal and Child Health visit.

The book competition is an initiative of the Greater Shepparton Early Years Language workgroup, which is part of the Greater Shepparton City Council’s Best Start program.

This is the seventh year the workgroup has run the competition, which is open to all Grade 5

and 6 students attending a school in Greater Shepparton.

The Early Years Language workgroup wanted to include a local story as part of the book bag program and to celebrate local young talent. Nearly 1000 children receive this bag each year from their Maternal and Child Health nurse.

“Reading is such an important and enjoyable activity and the program hopes to encourage a love of books and reading amongst children and their families,” Council acting director of community, Amanda Tingay, said.

Students were asked to write and illustrate an original story and could partner with another student if they wished. Primary schools could select up to three entries from their

WORDSMITHS...

Students Lila Plunkett (left) and Miriam Ford with Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe.

Photo: Supplied

students to put forward for judging.

Council received 30 entries from 12 different primary schools, which were judged by a threeperson judging panel.

“The quality of the entries received was very high and the creative and colourful illustrations really added to the stories,” Ms Tingay said.

“The judging panel had the very difficult task of selecting a winner and said it was extremely tough this year. In the end all three judges agreed Little Things was the winning

story for 2020, so congratulations to Miriam and Lila.”

A copy of all 30 stories entered into the competition will be placed in the Shepparton Library, showcasing the young writing talent in Greater Shepparton. Each primary school in Greater Shepparton will also receive a copy of the winning story.

The students’ school also receives a $100 voucher to purchase books and all runners up receive a certificate.

Third round of GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway winners announced!

THE third week of the GMCU Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway, worth $15,000, has drawn another six winners, each taking home an incredible $500 shopping spree after spending just $10 at one of the 160-plus participating businesses!

THE THIRD WEEK’S WINNERS ARE: • Matthew Ford of Kyabram, who won after shopping at Total Tools

• Sa ra h Reilly of Mooroopna, who made a great choice by shopping at Healthy Choice Kebabs at Shepparton Marketplace • Tricia Holland of Kialla, who shopped at The Meat Factory • Jen ny H icks of Sheppa r ton , who shopped at Stephens Jewellers • Peter Robins of Nagambie, who shopped at SPC Factory Sales

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• Cienna Halden of Mooroopna, who shopped at Fantastic Furniture Ms H icks, who was shopping at Stephens Jewellers for a gift for her granddaughter, who had recently been named school captain, couldn’t believe she had won.

“You’re joking me,” she said.

“I haven’t won anything in 40 years since I won my husband’s heart!”

To go into the draw to win a share of $15,000, spend a minimum of $10 at participating GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway businesses, fill out an entry form, smile because you’re supporting locals, and cross your fingers.

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For a full list of participating businesses, turn to page 49.

NEWS

Very Fast Trains not the answer: Infrastructure strategy says CAPACITY, rather than speed, should be the priority for train upgrades between Melbourne and Shepparton, according to Victoria’s Draft 30-Year Infrastructure Strategy.

Infrastructure Victoria, an advisory body responsible for preparing a 30-year infrastructure strategy for Victoria, refreshed every three to five years, and provides advice to government on specific infrastructure matters, released the draft document last week.

The report described how the Victorian Government was making “significant rail investments” to deliver a so-called “modern commuter-style service”, which the report described as including five services every weekday to and from Shepparton.

“The growth of Melbourne’s outer suburbs is placing pressure on some regional services as residents of these areas also use regional

VITAL INFRASTRUCTURE... Shepparton’s V/ Line passenger line is being upgraded, however Very Fast Trains travelling up to 200km/ hr are considered unnecessary, according to Victoria’s Draft 30-Year Infrastructure Strategy, released last week. Photo: Supplied

services,” the report said.

“The capacity of services, rather than their speed, is thus the biggest challenge.”

“Rather than investing in Very Fast Rail services, the Victorian Government can cater

for more capacity by planning and monitoring how well current connections are being used.”

The report contends that there is “little evidence” to suggest Very Fast Rail services, operating over 200 kilometres per hour, will improve employment and education connections from regional centres to Melbourne, as well as from major regional centres to surrounding towns and the outer suburbs of Melbourne.

“Others have suggested that Very Fast Rail services will encourage people to move out of Melbourne to help reduce congestion.

However, little evidence suggests Very Fast Rail can significantly induce large numbers of people to move to regional Victoria from Melbourne,” the report says.

T he 242-page repor t also focuses on the future of regional road and digital connectivity.

VFF has a new board AT their recent elections, the Victorian Fa r m e r s F e d e r at io n e l e c t e d E m m a Germano, the previous vice-president , as the incoming president.

Germano, herself a farmer from Delburn in Gippsland has a strong pedigree for the position of president. A recipient of a Nuffield scholarship in 2014 she has practice as a business management consultant for more than a decade.

In what some might have once considered a male bastion, Germano now leads an all-female executive team as we head off addressing what has been a tough year for farmers with fires, droughts, Covid, seasonal labour shortages and trade wars with our largest global trade partner.

Emma has been the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF) Vice President and VFF Horticulture Group President. Her Nuffield Scholar (2014) gave her the opportunity to research and examine global export opportunities for Australian primary producers.

Germano is passionate about building on the legacy of the VFF by evolving and modernising the organisation, utilising their assets responsibly and effectively.

Ultimately, Emma strives to be a strong voice, representing Victorian growers and ensuring a vibrant and sustainable future for agriculture in Australia.

O vercom i ng some of t he pre s ent difficulties we are facing will offer her

TAKING CONTROL OF VFF... Emma Germano is the incoming president of the major Victorian farming organisation. Photo: Supplied

team plenty of action over this term of their presidency.

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Winners’ list grows!

ANOTHER load of lucky shoppers has cashed in by shopping locally thanks to the GMCU 2020 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree Giveaway!

These lucky locals now have a $500 shopping spree to spend at local businesses, enjoy the holiday period and support our towns.

In total, there are 25 $500 and $1000 shopping sprees to be won, all thanks to the GMCU and supported by The Adviser.

Winners are drawn each week, with the $1000 shopping sprees to be drawn next Monday!

Shop local this Christmas, fill out an entry form and put yourself in the running to win the ultimate Christmas gift.

For the full list of participating businesses, see page 49.

CENTRE OF ATTENTION...

Violetta Cadman was thrilled to receive the winning news after shopping at Shepparton Amcal+ Pharmacy.

Archana Deo of Amcal Pharmacy and advertising consultant, Stacey Dalziel of The Adviser were there to help her celebrate. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

STOCKING UP, SHOPPER’S LUCK...

Emily Corish took home $500 after ducking into SPC Factory Sales for a quick purchase for a friend. Store manager, Sam Prentice, was on hand to high five the winner with The Adviser’s managing editor, Geoff Adams.

Photo: Struan Jones

CHA CHING...

Tash Sauro accepted the $500 shopping spree on behalf of her mum, Sharyn, after she shopped at Shepparton Marketplace’s Urban Wrap + Grill. Urban Wrap’s Bailey McNab was there for the handover along with The Adviser managing editor, Geoff Adams.

Photo: Struan Jones

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Shoppers rewarded for spending locally GOOD LUCK DONUT...

Frances Nicholson of Mooroopna won her $500 shopping spree after spending just $12 at Wendy’s City Central.

Wendy’s Lauren Reidy was happy to be a part of the giveaway, along with journalist, Struan Jones from The Adviser.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday

HOW THIS LOCAL LIKES IT...

Stef Mackey of Bunbartha cashed in after spending some cash at Fairley’s Supa IGA. Store manager, Steve Murray joined advertising manager, Melanie Spencer from The Adviser to congratulate her.

Photo: Struan Jones

CHICKEN DINNER...

Jenny Perona found herself $500 richer after grabbing dinner from Shepparton Charcoal Chicken.

Store owner, Maria Sakogianis and The Adviser’s senior sales consultant, Bronwen Timothee were on hand to congratulate her.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday.

PROUD WINNER...

Ben Baker of Mooroopna looked after himself with a massage and a big win. Chat Petnamkhang of Proud Traditional Thai Massage and journalist, Struan Jones of The Adviser were happy to be a part of it.

Photo: Ash Hall

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Government bypassing the bypass business case: Lovell The Federal Government committed T H E Member for Northern Victoria, Wendy Lovell, has raised concerns about $208M towards Stage 1 of the Shepparton the Shepparton Bypass project during an Bypass project in the 2019-20 Federal Budget.

“Ms Allan’s latest timeline for release of adjournment debate in State Parliament last week, calling on the Minister for the business case was late 2020, yet here we Infrastructure, Jacinta Allan, to release the are in mid-December and still nothing. The Shepparton community has waited for the business case for the project.

M s L ovell said t he delays by t he bypass for decades and the State Government Government to release the project’s business needs to take action now to get the project started,” Ms Lovell case raise doubts about said. the State’s commitment “J a c i n t a A l l a n to the project. needs to stop The business case for stalling, release the the project was funded business case and in the 2017-18 State a l lo c at e f u nd i n g Budget and was due to for the bypass as a be released to the public matter of priority.” in 2019. Ms Allan had I n re sp on s e to revised this release date a n enqu i r y f rom to late 2020.

T he Adv iser, a T he Shepparton spokesperson from Bypass project includes Member for Northern Victoria, Ms A llan’s office three individual Wendy Lovell said, “A project of projects which have been bought together under one business case this scale and complexity requires careful to provide an alternative route for trucks, planning and extensive investigations. The taking them away from the Shepparton CBD. business case is expected to be complete by In parliament last week, Ms Lovell the end of 2020.”

The spokesperson also said the Federal requested Ms Allan to immediately release the business case or at least provide the Government’s commitment of $208M is community with a definitive date that it will “significantly lower than what is required to deliver this project”. be released.

The project will be funded by the Federal Ms Lovell said that since the funding of the business case, three State Budgets had been and State Governments on an 80:20 basis, delivered without further funding committed with the total cost of the project to be determined by the business case. for the project from the Government.

The Shepparton community has waited for the bypass for decades and the State Government needs to take action now to get the project started

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GO ROUND... The proposed Shepparton Bypass project. Image: Major Road Projects Victoria

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The silent pandemic: Improving mental health in the classroom LA TROBE University has launched a new online program for school teachers in response to a rising demand for mental health support in the classroom.

La Trobe Education lecturer and child trauma expert Dr Anne Southall developed the six-week program, Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools, following calls from concerned regional Victorian principals and teachers, who were witnessing the impact of mental health issues on their students.

Referred to as the ‘silent pandemic’, requests for mental health assistance from young people have surged this year on the back of schools and sport being banned as part of consecutive Government lockdowns.

“In the past, teachers’ main role in the classroom was to teach the curriculum,” Dr Southall said.

“We now acknowledge the huge impact that a teacher can have in a student’s life, and the often-critical role they play in supporting students to get back on track mentally and emotionally.”

Dr Southall said topics covered in the program include student anxiety and depression, recognising and supporting students’ mental health, the impact of trauma on brain development, and developing resilience in students.

“We had principals and teachers in both Bendigo and Mildura telling us that they needed more knowledge and training in this area in order to respond effectively to the problems they were facing,” Dr Southall said.

“As a university that is so closely connected to its local communities, and that aims to ensure a healthy, safe and equitable life course for everyone, we are proud to offer this program to schools across Australia.”

Primary and secondary educators from across Australia can enrol in the online program, which starts in February 2021.

To register for the course, see La Trobe University’s website.

SILENT PANDEMIC... Dr Anne Southall of La Trobe University has developed a Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools program for school teachers. Photo: Supplied

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ROUND UP DECEMBER 2020

SERIOUS COLLISION IN KIALLA EAST LAST Wednesday morning, December 9 at 6.40am, a serious collision occurred between a vehicle and a cyclist at the intersection of Central Kialla Rd and Mitchell Rd, Kialla East.

The cyclist was flown to Melbourne after fracturing his skull, however is recovering well and did not require surgical intervention.

SHOUT OUT TO GRAHAMVALE PRIMARY STUDENTS GREATER Shepparton Police visited Grahamvale Primary School on Friday and were made very welcome by students and teachers alike.

Leading Senior Constables Dean Lloyd and Glenn Gibson had a conversation with the 5/6 and then 3/4 year students about online safety.

PUBLIC ASSISTANCE WANTED POLICE are appealing for public assistance to help locate Felicia Scott.

The 45-year-old is wanted for burglary, theft and assault-related offences.

Scott, who also goes by Felicia Thomas, is known to frequent the Shepparton area.

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Oh baby, fertility rates down AUSTRALIANS are having less babies per woman now than any time in the last 85 years, Australian Bureau of Statistic data has revealed, however Shepparton mums buck the nationwide trend.

The total fertility rate in Australia – the rate of how many children are born per woman – has fallen to 1.66, the lowest rate since records began in 1935.

Victoria even pulls down the nation’s average, recording the lowest total fertility rate of 1.53 babies per woman.

The total number of registered births also dipped in 2019, down 3 percent to 305,832 (however this is still significantly higher than the 249,636 registered births only 19 years earlier in 2000).

In a mathematical sense, for a country to maintain its population, a total fertility rate of 2.1 is required. However, Australia

dipped below that threshold mark in 1976, back when the country’s population was 14.03 million.

Since then, the population growth of the country has been primarily driven through immigration. Today, roughly 29.7 percent of Australia’s population was born overseas.

For reference, while there were 305,832 registered births in 2019, in a similar period (2018-19 financial year), the Australia's population increased by 239,600 people due to net overseas migration.

In the Shepparton region, total fertility rates are higher than the rest of Victoria – generally hovering around the 2.24 births per woman mark – however dipped last year to their lowest levels in the last eight years to 2.14.

Man charged following death in Shepparton

A 42-year-old man has been charged with murder and faced the Shepparton Magistrates' Court yesterday after the death of a man in Shepparton on Sunday night.

Police were called to a physical altercation between two men in Deane Court about 9.30pm.

A 31-year-old Shepparton man was

located unresponsive at the scene and died shortly after.

Police conducted a search of the immediate area and located the second man seated in a white Chery SUV parked on Oconnell Court.

The 42-year-old man was arrested and taken into custody and later charged.

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DRINKING AND WATER... A proven deadly cocktail. Photo: Nicole Peters

Hold my beer: I’m going for a swim FOUR out of every five people who drown in Australia are men, according to research by the Royal Live Saving Society, with alcohol found to be a significant contributor to the sobering statistics.

The research shows that 2188 males drowned in Australia between July 2010 and June 2020, accounting for 79 percent of total drowning deaths during this period, with men aged 25 to 44 being at greatest risk of drowning.

According to Royal Life Saving’s chief executive officer, Justin Scarr, it’s men who are more willing to take risks and overestimate their own abilities around the water.

“Males are over-represented in drowning statistics, especially men aged 25 to 44 years; in the past year, over 90 percent of those who drowned in this age group were males,” Mr Scarr said.

Alcohol consumption has been found to be a significant factor to drowning, with almost one in five cases of fatal drowning among men aged 25 to 44 involving a blood alcohol content of 0.05 percent or more.

The findings show that most people who had

consumed alcohol did not intend to be in the water and drowned following an unintentional fall into water.

Most importantly for Greater Shepparton residents, in the past 10 years, most drowning deaths in men aged 25 to 44 years occurred at unpatrolled inland waterways such as rivers and creeks (accounting for 31 percent of deaths), more than any other location.

More than 40 percent of these deaths occurred in the summer months, and alcohol was found to be involved in 36 percent of deaths.

“Alcohol consumption in, on and around waterways increases risk-taking behaviour, reduces coordination, and impairs judgement, and too many Australian men are drowning as a result,” Mr Scarr said.

“As we head into the summer break, our message to men is ‘Make the Right Call’ and look out for each other while holidaying, camping and boating on our waterways. Have fun but stay safe. Swim sober, wear a lifejacket and don’t go alone. Know your limitations and don’t take risks.”

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Food to share: New owners take over iconic restaurant IT’S ABOUT FAMILY... Eric and Jessica Nania with their children, Isaac, Eric Jnr, and Bianca. Eric and Jessica are now operating Shepparton’s La Porchetta restaurant on Wyndham Street. Photo: Struan Jones

ITALIANS have left an indelible mark on Victorian culture over the course of generations since the initial wave of postWorld War Two migration.

Until the 1950s, Australians barely knew what garlic was – let alone espresso coffee.

However, it didn’t take long for the first espresso bars and pizzerias to open in Melbourne, in Carlton’s iconic Lygon Street district.

Fast-forward a generation to 1985, and a family restaurant was opened on Rathdowne Street by Rocco Pantaleo and Felice Nania, when they bought a rundown pizza parlour called La Porchetta.

Five years later, a franchise restaurant opened in Reservoir in 1990 and has since spread across the state.

Here in Shepparton, a couple who knows the La Porchetta business from the inside, is Eric and Jessica Nania, relatives of the original owners of the now-famous name.

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For Eric and Jessica, La Porchetta is about family, tradition, and culture. Eric has spent a lifetime in the business, which remains to this day family-oriented.

T he ne wly re - op e ne d re s t au ra nt on Wyndham Street in the heart of Shepparton is an opportunity for Jessica and Eric to share their passion and love of Italian food and hospitality.

“I grew up with La Porchetta, it’s part of my family and I’m part of it,” Eric said.

The restaurant is now open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, with a lineup of chefs and cooks making some of the world’s favourite foods: Pizza, Italian salads, pasta and risotto, steaks and desserts.

Drop in at 257 Wyndham Street, Shepparton (just down from The Adviser office) or call on 5831 3603. Search ‘La Porchetta Shepparton’ to see the menu, order online, and arrange delivery.

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Witness appeal for Shepparton affray

Couple get flashed from roadside daily

SHEPPARTON Crime Investigation Unit detectives are appealing for any witnesses following an affray in Shepparton last Saturday night.

Investigators were told a group of up to four men were allegedly involved in an assault near the intersection of Middlesex Crescent and Yorkshire Crescent about 11.15pm.

It is alleged one man stabbed two men with an edged weapon, and later fled, possibly disposing of the weapon on his way.

A 20-year-old Shepparton man received a life-threatening injury to the lower body and was airlifted to hospital.

A 35-year-old Shepparton man received

continued from front page ACCOR DI NG to the Department of Justice and Community Safety, which manage speed cameras on Victoria’s roads, road safety cameras are proven to be one of the most effective ways to save lives and get motorists to slow down.

T here is on average a 47 percent reduction in crashes resulting in death or injury at intersections where a camera is installed.

The cameras have a significant deterrent effect too, with a 26 percent reduction in all crashes resulting in death or injury at intersections where a fixed camera is installed but not monitoring that direction of traffic.

A spokesperson from the Department of Justice and Community Safety said, “While it’s promising to see most people driving through this intersection continue to do the right thing by sticking to the speed limit and obeying traffic signals, we still have work to do.

“Victoria’s road safety camera program plays a critical role in changing driver behaviour and saving lives and this camera helps prevent road trauma and reduce the number of motorists doing the wrong thing.”

GOTCHYA... Shepparton’s only fixed road safety camera points north-bound at the intersection of High and Wyndham Streets. The camera has nabbed an average of at least five speeding drivers every two days. Photo: Struan Jones

Money raised from road safety camera infringements goes into the Better Roads Victoria Trust Account, which is used to improve road safety and to reduce transport costs for business and improve access for local communities.

Fixed camera locations are determined by the Fixed Camera Site S election Commit tee, chaired by Victoria Police with representation from across government road safety partners and are based on crash history and reports of excessive speeding.

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a life-threatening injury to the torso and was airlifted to hospital.

A 32-year-old Shepparton man was conveyed to hospital with a minor upper body injury.

A 38-year-old Shepparton man was located nearby with a non-life-threatening i nju r y to t he upper body. He was arrested and conveyed to hospital where he remained under police guard but was released the following day.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with any information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppervic.com.au.

Christmas comes early for SAM continued from front page SAM chief executive officer, Dr Rebecca Coates, said the funding was recognition of SAM’s commitment to working with local Indigenous artists.

“As SAM edges closer to our move

into the new purpose-built cultural space, co-located with Kaiela Arts and the visitor centre, this funding creates new opportunities,” Dr Coates said.

“We are thrilled that our engagement work can be further amplified through this funding.”

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Share the joy this Christmas Shepparton Marketplace is Bringing Santa to You!

SHEPPARTON Marketplace on Benalla Road and local event company Enchanted Group have been working hard with Santa and his friends to organise a very special 'Bringing Santa to You!' experience.

This weekend, Santa and his friends will be travelling through the streets of Shepparton giving families the chance to wave to him from their driveways or closest socially distanced place as he travels past on his very special sleigh.

In addition, this Christmas, Shepparton Marketplace will again be a collection point for gifts and gift card donations for Family Care, as a way of sharing the joy with those in need this Christmas.

From now until Christmas Eve, shoppers can simply place a gift card or unwrapped gift suitable for primary school age children into the giant present box located in the Food Court.

WHAT: SHEPPARTON MARKETPLACE IS BRINGING SANTA TO YOU! Where: Check the map to see if Santa is travelling near your place When: Saturday and Sunday 19 & 20 of December. Check www.sheppartonmarketplace.com. au for all the event details.

SPREADING CHEER... Shepparton Marketplace’s mobile Santa sleight will be cruising Shepparton’s streets again this weekend. Pictured last Sunday is (l-r) Kane Lines of Freer’s Panel Works, Rudolph, Lyndal Ford of Shepparton Marketplace, Elf Nat, Elf Skye, Elf Karmine, Elf Indie-Rose, Santa and Mrs Claus. Photo: Maddi Orr

WHAT: THE GIANT PRESENT DONATION BOX Where: Food Court, Shepparton Marketplace When: Collecting unwrapped gift cards or gifts for primary school aged children every day until Christmas WHAT: FREE KIDS CHRISTMAS DECORATION Where: Giveaway Booth, Shepparton Marketplace When: Thursday 17 to Saturday 19 December: 10am to 1pm. *While stocks last, 2 per family per day.

WHAT: CHRISTMAS SELFIE WALLS Where: Outside Woolworths, Shepparton Marketplace When: Take your own selfie in front of our Christmas Selfie Walls, every day until Christmas, no bookings required.

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WHAT: LIVE VIDEO SANTA CALL Where: Outside Big W, Shepparton Marketplace When: Santa and his helpers are operating a CovidSafe live Video Santa Call direct to the North Pole from our Santa Hotline Booth, available until Wednesday 23, December. Bookings are essential.

WHAT: SHARE THE JOY GIVEAWAY Where: Scan the QR Codes located throughout Shepparton Marketplace or visit https://www.sheppartonmarketplace. com.au/share-the-joy When: We’ve got over 250 Christmas gifts to giveaway.

Plus every person that nominates a special person will be entered into the draw for a chance to win a $500 Gift Card, promotion ends Wednesday 23, December.

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TEAM EFFORT... The Dahlsens Shepparton team, which was awarded the Manufacturing Plant of the Year for 2020 by the Dahlsens family and management team. Photo: Supplied

Strong foundations: Shepparton manufacturer takes out top award A SH E PPA RTON pre-fabricated truss and frame manufacturer has been recognised with a special award which acknowledges the team’s safety focus, team culture and production efficiency.

Dahlsens Shepparton, which has operated since 2006 after taking the reins from former long-standing business SpanTruss, was awarded the Manufacturing Plant of the Year 2020 by the Dahlsens family and management team at a recent announcement.

At their Drummond Road workshop, a team of hardworking employees work shifts every weekday from 5am to 9:30pm, manufacturing pre-fabricated wall frames, roof trusses and floor joists.

The pre-fab products are delivered to building sites across the region, enabling an efficient build time and faster time frame to the all-important lock up phase in the home building process.

Shepparton plant manager, Tony Fonte said, “It’s great to be recognised. The team is an amazing group.

“To be able to produce the way we have with the adversities we’ve faced this year is nothing short of incredible. Our team works hard, with a strong focus on the quality of our products and customer service. We are proud to support the Shepparton community with manufacturing employment.

Dahlsens is not only leaders in truss and frame

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manufacturing with 10 plants across the eastern seaboard, the 144-year-old business also includes 23 trade stores across Victoria and NSW. The trade stores supply an enormous range of building materials to builders, from ‘foundation to fit out,’ including timber, doors, door hardware, lightweight cladding, windows and more.

Dahlsens have honed their ‘for the builder’ service model since opening their first store in Gippsland way back in 1877. Fast forward to today, it remains a proudly family owned and operated business, with the fifth generation of the Dahlsens family now at the helm.

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WE’RE nearly there! Christmas is just around the corner and it cannot come quick enough.

After what could only be described as an unforgettable year, I’m very much looking forward to getting together with friends and family while enjoying some Christmas ham and a few cold beers.

I’m sure you’re looking forward to something similar. Think of it as your reward for sacrificing so much in 2020.

Don’t think twice about having that extra piece of pudding – you deserve it!

In the lead up, I encourage you to buy your presents and produce locally wherever possible, supporting those businesses that have endured so much.

A huge thanks to everyone across the Nicholls electorate for your commitment towards minimising the impact of COVID19 in the region. Your efforts are very much appreciated.

And while the loosening of restrictions should be celebrated, I urge everyone to remain vigilant about COVID safety to minimise the chance of further outbreaks.

Merry Christmas!

Best wishes, Damian Drum, Federal Member for Nicholls

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APPLE BLOSSOMS EARLY LEARNING - MOOROOPNA APPLE BLOSSOMS EARLY LEARNING CENTRE - MOOROOPNA... (Back l-r) Vann, Zara, Stella, Casper, Mia, Lila-rose, Finn, Phong, (Mat l-r) Harper, Lillyanne, Casey, Jayden, Declan. Photo: Nicole Peters

GOODSTART EARLY LEARNING SHEPPARTON - ARCHER STREET GOODSTART EARLY LEARNING SHEPPARTON - ARCHER STREET... (Back l-r) Paulette, Tyler, William; (Front l-r) Noahky, Savanah, Joy, Gazwa, Isaac, Lakyn, Scarlett, Zara, Dilana. Photo: Nicole Peters

2020

AS 2020 draws to a close, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all, both as individuals and as members of the Shepparton District community, for the great job you have done during what is universally described as “a year like no other”.

Despite many challenges, people right across our community showed amazing personal strength, commitment to each other, generosity and kindness.

It was a privilege to see our health professionals work so tirelessly to keep the community safe and to see people line up for hours locally to do the right thing and stop the spread of the pandemic in its tracks.

Looking forward to a new year that promises vaccines, economic growth and new jobs, I wish everyone across the Shepparton District electorate a safe and merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year.

Best wishes, Suzanna Sheed, State Member for Shepparton District

COLLIVER ROAD KINDERGARTEN COLLIVER ROAD KINDERGARTEN... (l-r) Aliaa, Nyageng, Shirank, Jake, Nathan, Ali, Peyton, Levi, Adryana, Ahmad, Malak. Photo: Nicole Peters

UNDERA KINDERGARTEN UNDERA KINDERGARTEN... (Roof l-r) Zenaya, Shay-Lee, Cassidy; (Bottom l-r) Matilda, Lewis, Nate, Jela, Dylan, Amani-Rose. Photo: Nicole Peters

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CHRISTMAS is a special time of the year – a time when we gather with family and friends to give thanks and enjoy each other’s company. This year especially, it is a time to reflect on the many challenges we have faced, both individually and as a community, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

After such a challenging 2020, the magic of the festive season will fill us all with great joy and happiness as we once again share this time with our

family and friends.

I hope you can celebrate this Christmas in a way that means the most to you, and that you enjoy the season of goodwill and happiness in the company of your loved ones.

Together with my staff Jason, Ashe and Tamara I would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy and prosperous 2021.

Best wishes, Wendy Lovell, Member for Northern Victoria

COMMUNITY KIDS SHEPPARTON EARLY EDUCATION CENTRE COMMUNITY KIDS SHEPPARTON EARLY EDUCATION CENTRE... (Clockwise) Mehar, Judah, Matilda, Archer, Emmett, Oaklen, Pamate, Ivy, Victoria, Madison, Daniel, Aida, Thea; (Mat l-r) Olivia, Mila, Peyton, Morgan.

Photo: Nicole Peters

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ON behalf of Greater Shepparton City Council, we wish you a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year and a relaxing festive season.

The year 2020 hasn’t gone to plan for many of us, but Christmas and the holiday season is a great reminder of the importance of what we hold dearest, our family and friends.

We’ve been so grateful for the assistance and leadership from our residents throughout 2020 and the challenges it has presented, and it has been a

reminder of the amazing community we have here in Greater Shepparton.

Please remember to take care and stay safe over the Christmas and the New Year period, continue to follow the relevant COVID-19 restrictions and do the simple things that have allowed us to control the COVID-19 virus.

There are big things happening in Greater Shepparton in 2021 and it will be wonderful to work with the community to achieve them.

Best wishes, Cr Kim O’Keeffe, Mayor, Greater Shepparton City Council

DOLENA YOUNG PRESCHOOL DOLENA YOUNG PRESCHOOL...

(Back l-r) Beth (teacher), Ainsley, Sienna, Emin, Ethan, Daisy, Sienna, Asten, Ryan, Ryder; (Front l-r) Aylla, Muhammad, Justin, Charlie, Skylah, Charlie, Charlotte, Michaela, Milly. Photo: Nicole Peters

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2020

AS 2020 draws close to a conclusion and we look forward to celebrating Christmas, we reflect on what a year it has been.

Our region made it through a hot and fiery summer and just as everyone both personally and in business were starting to recover from when we were hit with the news that COVID-19 had landed in Australia.

Our region, and Greater Shepparton has survived this trial, however with some people and businesses doing it very hard while others were able to be successful in adapting and modifying how they operate to make a success of a difficult time.

Health-wise, we have as a community done extremely well. We have observed the lockdowns, we have maintained the requirements of social distancing and mask wearing with good humour, and now we are ready to celebrate Christmas with family and friends like never before.

Our Greater Shepparton Community will take in their stride the COVIDSafe requirements to stay safe whilst enjoying ourselves.

We need to consider the fact that businesses have done it hard, and it is a good plan to buy local, support locally owned businesses and in doing so, protect the jobs of our friends and relations.

Above all, I hope that as we enter this festive time, that all our citizens experience the love and support that being a part of a connected family and community can provide.

A very Merry and Safe Christmas, New Year and a safe and successful 2021.

Best wishes, John Anderson, President, Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry

ECHUCA ROAD KINDERGARTEN

ECHUCA ROAD KINDERGARTEN... (l-r) Zachary, Lucy, Ivy, Kobian, Brixton, Paddy, Nasir, Charlotte, Ava. Photo: Nicole Peters

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THIS has been a year like no other, which has not only highlighted the strength, resilience and adaptability of our region, but also showcased the extraordinarily big hearts and endless kindness that make our local community so special to be part of.

This year has impacted all of us, and in particular the most vulnerable in our community. As we move into the busy holiday period, take care of each other, and, if you can, for someone who might be doing it a bit tougher too.

The festive season is a time for coming together – something that is even more valuable after a year where so many of us may have been separated from our loved ones. From all of us here at GMCU, we wish everyone a safe and happy festive season with family and friends.

Best wishes, Melissa Ralph, chief executive officer, GMCU

FLORINA PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE

FLORINA PRESCHOOL & DAYCARE... (Back l-r) Yar, Noah, Kur, Adhai, Adut; (Middle l-r) Willow, Astin, Ilsa, Ayen, Matilda, Letti; (Front l-r) Roshaneh, Maisie, Jalirra, Tyler, Astin, Radhi, Aria. Photo: Nicole Peters

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2020

ON behalf of the Rumbalara Football and Netball Club and Kaeila Institute, I would like to convey season's greetings to the wider Shepparton community.

It has been a tough year for many people in our community and it will take some time before we can put all these troubles behind us. But the community has resilience and we will see our way through it.

Stay safe and happy over the coming year and we will see you again through 2021.

Best wishes, Paul Briggs, President, Rumbalara Football and Netball Club and director, Kaelia Institute

GOWRIE STREET PRESCHOOL AND OCCASSIONAL CARE

GOWRIE STREET PRESCHOOL AND OCCASIONAL CARE. Photo: Nicole Peters

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AFTER a long and unpredictable year, we want to wish everyone a safe and healthy holiday. More than ever, we are in need of the magical spirit our community creates together during this time.

Christmas for many in our community is an opportunity to enjoy spending some quality time relaxing with family and friends. This year and this holiday season have been unique from any other that we have had and thrown new challenges at all of us.

More than ever, we need to be considerate and look out for one another, keeping our homes secure, looking out for our family and neighbours and ensuring we keep our roads safe.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a safe and peaceful Christmas on behalf of all members and staff of Victoria Police within the Goulburn Valley.

Best wishes, Damian Keegan, Acting Inspector, Shepparton Region Police

GUTHRIE STREET CHILD CARE CENTRE

GUTHRIE STREET CHILD CARE CENTRE... (Back l-r) Caden, Gretta, Tess, Ariah, Rafferty, Hagai; (Middle l-r) Ridha, Arabella, Christopher, Lylah, Bentley, Zane, Seth; (Front l-r) Elijah, Olivia, Lexie, Jhyden, Harry, Zayan, Kenzie, Myren. Photo: Nicole Peters

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WE have shown throughout this year how resilient and determined our community can be when facing adversity. COVID-19 has challenged all of us in one way or another, but here we are preparing to enjoy a Christmas and holidays with very welcomed freedoms allowing us to be with our loved ones and friends– the most important thing right now.

But this year we have witnessed an increase in people in our community needing a hand up while they struggle through the effects of COVID-19 and other personal adversity.

The work of Greater Shepparton Foundation this time of year wraps around these people, working hard to bring them some material relief, but also to show them they are loved and supported.

I am very proud of how our community has rallied and looked after its own during 2020. It is a privilege to play a part in our strong culture of giving.

I wish everyone a happy and safe festive season and hope for all a positive start to the New Year.

Take care and stay safe.

Best wishes, Cheryl Hammer, chief executive officer, Greater Shepparton Foundation

KIALLA CHILDREN’S CENTRE

KIALLA CHILDREN’S CENTRE, WOMBATS GROUP... (Back l-r) Nixon, Octavia, Kade, Bella, Emma, Olivia, Zavier; (Middle l-r) Jack, Novahlie, Layla, Emily, Kate, Eva, Lousia; (Bottom l-r) Dunsten, Adelina, Edward, Violet, Annabelle, Liam. Photo: Nicole Peters

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AT the end of a year like no other, we celebrate our wonderful students who stayed the course with their studies, including those who completed final year and are now moving on to graduate employment; our dedicated staff who reinvented, adapted and did all they could to support our students to succeed; and our local organisations who made field work, placements and professional practice happen during a pandemic. We greatly appreciate the support of our community in all that we do.

Best wishes from everyone at La Trobe Shepparton for Christmas and the New Year. We hope your celebrations are happy and safe, whatever form they take, and look forward to welcoming everyone back on campus in 2021.

Best wishes, Elizabeth Capp, Head of Campus, Shepparton, La Trobe University

KIALLA CHILDREN’S CENTRE

KIALLA CHILDREN’S CENTRE, KOALAS GROUP... (Clockwise from bottom chains up and around) Elara, Hamish, Lilly (school uniform), Charlotte, Chelsea, Eli, Elaina, Evie, Ariana, Penny, Charlotte, Hartley, Ethan, Louis, Willa, Aria, Kate (plaits). Photo: Struan Jones

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2020

MERRY Christmas to all. When we look back on 2020 terms such as challenging, devastating, existential threat and unprecedented will be thrown around. We could also use words such as compassionate, innovative and resilient. For the Goulburn Valley, we generally weathered the disruption well.

We have been incredibly well served by our agencies, and at the forefront of that is Goulburn Valley Health.

The way they communicated, contact traced and tested helped us stay safe and operating, and we owe them a debt of gratitude. Greater Shepparton City Council also stepped up this year, offering support to the vulnerable and keeping the communication flowing. Businesses that ramped up made a big effort to employ people who lost their jobs due to the pandemic.

In short, we showed that we are a community that care about each other, and what could be more appropriate to the Christmas spirit than to reflect on that and resolve to build on it in 2021?

Best wishes, Sam Birrell, chief executive officer, Committee for Greater Shepparton

NANCY VIBERT CENTRE

NANCY VIBERT CENTRE... (Back l-r) Marcus, Aubrey, Marwan, Henry; (Front l-r) Muhaymen, Jaxon, Eliza, Tali, Jielie. Photo: Nicole Peters

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WHAT a year!

It’s hard to believe the Christmas season is already upon us and as we all start preparing for the end of the year, this is also an opportunity for reflection.

At the end of a challenging year, I am immensely proud of what GOTAFE students and staff have achieved in 2020. As someone who believes in the transformative power of education, there is a huge amount of positive work happening at GOTAFE and I am optimistic that we will have more great news to share in 2021.

To our students, staff and their families, I want to especially thank you all for being so adaptive during a difficult year. Your resilience is truly inspirational, and we look forward to expanding on the strengths gained in 2020 and continuing to deliver quality education next year and beyond.

I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and happy New Year. Have a great and well-deserved break, stay safe this festive season and enjoy time spent with your loved ones.

We look forward to welcoming our new and returning students to our campuses in 2021.

Best wishes, Travis Heeney, chief executive officer, GOTAFE

NIDO EARLY SCHOOL

NIDO EARLY SCHOOL... (Back l-r) Angus, Harrison, Marlee, Loki; (Front l-r) Lucas, Anthony, Rayne, Neveah, Seb, Aylssa. Photo: Nicole Peters

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2020

2020 certainly has been challenging for Victorians; Bushfires featured early, then COVID-19, now another busy fire season looms.

Your CFA wishes our communities a fire safe Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year.

Best wishes, Tony Owen, Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Country Fire Authority Victoria, District 22 – North East Region

PATRICIA SMITH CHILDREN’S CENTRE

PATRICIA SMITH CHILDREN’S CENTRE... (Back l-r) Prabjot, Charlotte, Chase, Lily, Blaise, Dakota, Ritha, Deon; (Front l-r) James, Oliver, Charlie, Bodhi, Hudson, Cooper. Photo: Nicole Peters

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SEASON’S Greetings!

On behalf of the churches and Christian community around Greater Shepparton, I’d like to warmly wish all our local community a heartfelt Merry Christmas! For Christians, this is an especially holy and celebratory time of year as we remember the birth of the founder of our faith – Jesus Christ. His story is so relatable – born into most humble circumstances, downtrodden, rejected, despised and killed but emerges triumphant from the grave! I can’t help but be inspired year after year with this timeless message – hope and love triumphing over fear and hate.

We invite those looking for spiritual hope to visit one of our many churches in our region this Christmas season, you are most welcome! And even if that’s not for you, we love that we are able to celebrate this holy time of year with our wider community. And what a great place we live in.

Enjoy and be blessed!

Best wishes, Jeremy Rensford, chair, Shepparton Ministers’ Association

SAVE THE CHILDREN KINDERGARTEN

SAVE THE CHILDREN KINDERGARTEN... (Back l-r) Lilly, Sienna, Fasita, Oaklen (Targ the dog), Rylan, Tyler, Mervyn (Kindle the dog), Romez, Alyssa; (Middle l-r) Tommy, Mason, Hunter, Hayden, Spencer, Waleed; (Floor l-r) Lillia, Caleb, Alizah, Cheyanne, Kaileah, Zahlee, Alfred. Photo: Nicole Peters

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2020

WISHING the people of the Goulburn Valley a very happy Christmas after what has been an incredibly tough year. More than ever our staff have had to dig deep to keep our residents and each other safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, and our residents have been absolute super stars; patient, understanding and so resilient.

If nothing else, it has taught us when the chips were down, we can and we do! When things are tough, this community is incredibly hardy and supportive and Shepparton Villages is grateful for the ongoing support of its residents, families, staff and community over the past 12 months.

It has been a delight getting to know the Shepparton and Mooroopna communities and I look forward to a brighter 2021.

Wishing you all a very safe and happy Christmas period.

Best wishes, Veronica Jamison, chief executive officer, Shepparton Villages

ST. MEL’S KINDERGARTEN

ST. MEL’S KINDERGARTEN... (Back l-r) Imogen, Patrick, Alexander, Keisha, Howra, Isla, Arsallan; (Front l-r) Luke, Nixon, Zaiden, Wendy, Hiyaan, Dian, Sehaj, Summer, Claudia. Photo: Nicole Peters

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SHEPPARTON Search & Rescue Squad would like to remind everyone that we cannot have ‘Christmas Cheer’ if we are affected by road trauma.

Please take care on the roads, plan your trip, including breaks along the way even if it is short, get plenty of rest before you leave and do not drink and drive.

That way, we can all enjoy Christmas and have a safe and happy New Year.

Season's greetings and best wishes to all.

Mick D’Elia ESM, President, Shepparton Search and Rescue Squad.

Best wishes, Mick D’Elia ESM, President, Shepparton Search and Rescue Squad

WYNDHAM EARLY LEARNING

WYNDHAM EARLY LEARNING... (Top - bottom, l-r) Alba, Kyden W, Mackenzie, Zennah, Theo, Vinnie, Oliver, Kasey, Mila, Lillie, Dhansasvi, Saphron, Kydan S, Taj, Archie, Penny, Kingston, Liam, Kayla, Molly. Photo: Nicole Peters

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KNIGHT STREET MULTI-AGE LEARNING

KNIGHT STREET MULTI-AGE LEARNING... (Back l-r) Amelia, Lincoln, Ryan, Lucas, Sophie, Harry, Tyler, Jack; (Front l-r) Mason, Patrick, Harriette, Maling. Photo: Nicole Peters

ARTHUR DICKMANN CHILDREN’S CENTRE

ARTHUR DICKMANN CHILDREN’S CENTRE... (Back l-r) Demir, Jerome, Sophia, Carmel, Ella, Clara, Bentley, Sylvia, Charlotte; (Middle l-r) Ishan , Wiam, Casey, Mikael, Noah, Ryan, Nicholas; (Front l-r) Eivie, Neeva, Isobel, Senuri, Ethan, Zarli. Photo: Nicole Peters

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ON behalf of the Goulburn Valley Health Board, staff and volunteers, I would like to wish everyone in the region a happy and safe festive season with family, friends and loved ones.

It has been a very busy and exciting 12 months at GV Health with the opening of our new Dialysis Unit and ongoing redevelopment works.

We recently held the official opening of our new redeveloped healthcare facility in Rushworth, Waranga Health, giving the Rushworth and surrounding communities an integrated facility offering a range of acute health, aged care and community health services.

We look forward to opening our newly extended Emergency Department in February, as work continues on our five-storey Inpatient Unit, which is due for completion in the middle of next year. Once our new Emergency Department is open, we will be refurbishing the current Emergency Department which, when open, will allow us to double our capacity of 18 treatment bays to 36. This will take approximately 12 months to complete.

GV Health is committed to continually improving community wellbeing through high-quality health services, outstanding care and learning and ensuring that we place people and their families who GV Health provide services for at the centre of everything we do.

Best wishes, Matt Sharp, chief executive officer, GV Health

TOOLAMBA KINDERGARTEN

TOOLAMBA KINDERGARTEN... (Back l-r) Chalotte, Spencer, Flynn, Abbie, Mycah, Declan; (Middle l-r) Patrick, Jasper, George, Victoria, Spencer; (Front l-r) Amelai, Havana, Will, Matthew, Jordan. Photo: Nicole Peters

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RUSHWORTH SMILES... GV Health Waranga Hostel resident Jim Burrows, respite visitor Bill Andrews and resident Kathleen Flory, enjoying the Christmas decorations and a bit of festive cheer. Photo: Melanie Spencer

A SPECIAL RUSHWORTH CHRISTMAS LOOKING for something different to do over the Christmas Holidays?

Why not take the time to look around your own region and visit Rushworth, a great little town full of gold rush history.

Rushworth has many quaint shops, an Ice Cream Shoppe with a large range of flavors to choose from, they also stock a great range of lollies, a Balloons and Stuff shop, which sell some amazing tin toys, a lovely café, a local Fish and Chippy, general businesses including an IGA, Perry’s butcher (famous for their home-made sausages and quality meats), gift and variety shop, which has a great range of products, a very helpful Mediconsul pharmacy and many other stores to explore.

You often see the smiling happy faces of residents from the Waranga Hostel, out on a walk or being taken for coffee and cake.

The town is on the edge of the Waranga Basin which is great for all sorts of water

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sports especially boating and fishing.

It is a great place to take friends and family on the weekend or over the festive season.

There are many things to see, including the museum, Balaclava Mine or bush walking in Rushworth or Whroo State forests.

If you want to stay over, there is a caravan park on the Waranga Basin shore or motel accommodation in town, it would be best to book ahead to make sure of a vacancy as the town is very popular over the holidays.

And if you are looking for something special to do, The Criterion Hotel (the Top Pub) is having live entertainment on the December 19, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve (bookings essential), they also have great meals.

After a long time being shut it, is good to see that the Bottom Pub has been given a new lease on life and is now open again too.

All your everyday needs at SPC Factory Sales

It s’ a great place to shop this Christmas BBQ’s and more at BBQ’s Galore

Christmas treats at Fiore’s Bakery

Super comfy Archies Thongs at Nixon Podiatry

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NEWS

Diamonds are forever AN engagement ring is so much more than a precious piece of jewellery. As something you will wear every day, your engagement ring will go on to become a family heirloom to be cherished by generations to come.

Given the importance of a ring you will wear every day, choosing one that is expertly designed, with careful selection of the gems and settings in accordance with your taste and budget, is imperative to ensuring your ring is meticulously crafted and will stand the test of time.

At Blizzards Fine Jewellers, owner Craig Blizzard and jewellery designer, Kara Blizzard, are able to guide you through the entire process, from initial design and diamond selection through to producing a complementing wedding band.

Their in-house design centre, Diamond Storm Designs, utilises the latest design software and production technology to produce a quality, timeless piece to suit your individual needs.

The team at Blizzards Fine Jewellers offer a full range of services, being traditional jewellers, they possess a wealth of knowledge

CUSTOM MADE ENGAGEMENT RINGS... Craig Blizzard, master jeweller with jewellery designer, Kara Blizzard of Blizzards Fine Jewellers.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday

and experience to assist their clients.

Located at Shop 11 Harris Scarfe Plaza Maude Street Mall, Shepparton, they can be contacted on 5831 4677.

Boutique fashion, home and lifestyle, in one spot AT this time of year, homewares and fashion take on a special importance.

Whether it's shopping for yourself, getting your own home ready for the festive, holiday, and entertaining season, or looking for a perfect gift that really stands out, finding the right store is the first step.

In Shepparton, one boutique homewares and fashion store stands out as an emporium of beautiful things.

Nixon + Maude is a small, family-run business. Founded in 2014 by Jo, who has a love of all things fashion, home, and lifestyle, the store boasts an impressive range of products you could peruse all day.

When Jo first started out, her passion for beautiful brands drove her to open up a fashion and homewares store to share with her town. She now serves customers all over Australia and is thrilled to be able to turn her passion into her own website.

In store, the team has a carefully-selected range of homewares, fashion, cards, textiles, puzzles and games, furniture and bath and

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HANDS ON... Jo and Ros of fashion, homewares and lifestyle boutique Nixon + Maude. Photo: Struan Jones

body products, plus so much more. It's a perfect Christmas-shopping destination.

Nixon + Maude is located at 114–118 Maude Street, Shepparton (the corner of Nixon and Maude Streets). Call them on 58 21 51 88.

NEWS

Rod and Tim’s top tyre tips CAR safety is a number one priority over the Summer period as we head to the beach, away on trips and to visit our loved ones over Christmas.

Luckily, Shepparton’s trusted name in tyre safety, Central Tyre Service, have some top tips to keep your tyres in peak condition on your travels.

Tyre Pressure: Correct tyre pressure can decrease tyre wear, improve fuel efficiency, extend tyre life, and improve vehicle grip and safety. Determined by your vehicle’s load and speed, tyre pressure is imperative to your car’s general safety. Low pressure will inefficiently support the weight of your vehicle and high pressure will have less tread on the road, causing dangerous vibrations.

Rotate Tyres: In order to maximise longevity and distribute wear across all four tyres evenly, tyres should be rotated on a regular basis, approximately every 10,000km.

Consistent tyre sizes: Having different sized tyres on your vehicle is potentially hazardous. Adhering to the recommended tyre size for your vehicle is important as each vehicle has individual and specific handling characteristics.

Drive with caution and avoid curb impact: Each time you make contact with a curb with your tyres, the likelihood of fractures occuring in the tyre sidewall increases. Take care when driving and parking to avoid hitting curbs.

Don't drive on bald tyres: Once tyre tread wears down, the safety of your tyres is significantly compromised. As long road trips

LAST MINUTE GIFTS AND WRAPPING SORTED... Focus Cards and Gifts owner, Peter Dunbabin, with a selection of cards and gifts. Photo: Stephanie Holliday

TIPS TO KEEP YOUR TYRES IN SHAPE... Rod Poliness and Timothy Webb of Central Tyre Service Shepparton.

Photo: Stephanie Holliday.

have a significant impact on your tyres, it is best to have them checked over before leaving on holidays by the team at Central Tyre Service. Goodyear Autocare’s tyre protection plan, which can help safeguard you from expensive tyre replacement costs, is on offer also.

Central Tyre Services Shepparton is located at 117 Welsford Street, Shepparton and can be contacted on 5821 9555 for a free quote.

Spend a minimum of $10 and fill out an entry form for your chance to win a share of $15,000. Central Tyre Services is a participating business in the GMCU 2020 $15,000 Cracking Christmas Shopping Spree.

Sleigh your wrapping technique A BEAUTIFULLY wrapped Christmas gift is akin to a work of art. Not everyone has that special present wrapping touch, but thankfully, selecting quality wrapping paper, a personalised card and cheerful bow is half the battle!

Luckily, Focus Cards and Gifts have a large range of unique adornments, bags and paper to ensure your gifts stand out under the Christmas tree.

While you are there sorting the outside of your gifts out, you’ll notice a large range of quality gifts such as Willow Tree figurines, Australiana-themed items, Woodwick candles, Tilley candles and body products in

addition to so much more for any last minute presents.

As well as gifts, cards, wrapping, Christmas tree décor and more, Focus Cards and Gifts share their space with Centrefair Lotto, who and can assist you with all your scratchie and lottery ticket needs.

Focus Cards and Gifts is located at 181 Maude Street, Shepparton and will be trading seven days a week in December from 10am-4pm until Christmas and 9am-4pm on Boxing Day for their big Boxing Day sale.

Keep up to date with the latest by following their Facebook, Instagram and Google accounts.

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NEWS

Greater Shepparton Christmas church services schedule SHEPPARTON ANGLICAN PARISH CHRISTMAS CHURCH SERVICES 2020 Contact staugustines.shepparton@ gmail.com for more information ST. AUGUSTINE'S SHEPPARTON 93 Maude St, Shepparton Thursday, December 24 5.30pm Crib Service Thursday, December 24 11pm Midnight Mass Friday, December 25 8.30am CHRIST CHURCH - IMPEY ST, MURCHISON Friday, December 25 9.30am ST. PAUL'S RUSHWORTH Christmas Day - no service (join Christ Church Murchison) ST. LUKE'S DOOKIE Christmas Day - no service (join Shepparton) ST BRENDAN'S CATHOLIC PARISH 121 Knight St, Shepparton Thursday, December 17 5-6.30pm Reconciliation (in the church garden) Thursday, December 24 5.30pm (Children's Mass), 7pm Family Mass (both in the garden, BYO chair or blanket), 9pm Syro Malabar Mass (in church garden), 11pm Late Night Mass (inside St Brendan's Church, bookings required) Friday, December 25 8am, 9.30am, 11am (inside St Brendan's, bookings required) Bookings for Chistmas Eve (11pm) and Christmas Day Mass, www. trybooking.com/BNJUY DOOKIE - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24 7PM ST MARY'S MOOROOPNA IN THE MARIAN CENTRE Thursday, December 24 6.30pm carols and 7pm Mass Friday, December 25 10am Mass SHEPPARTON UNITING CHURCH 134/140 Fryers St, Shepparton Thursday, December 17 5pm Blue Christmas Service Thursday, December 24 7pm Christmas Eve Children and Families Service Friday, December 25 9.30am Christmas Day traditional service SHEPPARTON CHURCH OF CHRIST 105 Corio St, Shepparton Sunday, December 13 10am Sunday, December 20 10am

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Friday, December 25 9amWebsite www. sheppartonchurchofchrist.org.au Contact pastor@ sheppartonchurchofchrist.org.au GVCF – THE CHURCH ON PINE 9 Pine Rd, Shepparton Friday, December 25 10am Website www.gvcf.org.au Contact info@gvcf.org.au or 58 315 263 for more information SHEPPARTON PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 168 Hayes St, Shepparton Friday, December 25 9.30am Website - http:// sheppartonpresbyterian.org.au Contact - kreex2@gamil.com for more information SHEPPARTON SALVATION ARMY 99 Nixon St, Shepparton Christmas carol service Sunday, December 20 at 10am YouTube - Shepparton Salvation Army Contact 5821 2666 for more information ENCOUNTER CHRISTIAN CHURCH 155 Verney Rd, Shepparton Sunday, December 20 9am and 11am Website www.encounter.cc Contact connect@encountercc.org.au LIFE CHURCH CHRISTMAS SERVICE 4 Treacy St, Mooroopna Sunday, December 20 10am Attendance is by booking only due to number restrictions.

Please contact the church office 58253938.

Available to view online live.

Search Life Church Mooroopna on Facebook or YouTube.

ST ALBAN'S ANGLICAN @ THE CANTEEN 15-17 Young St, Mooroopna Thursday, December 24 7pm Friday, December 25 9.30am www.facebook.com/teamsaintalbans Contact simon@mooroopnaanglican. com for more information EXCHANGE CHURCH Christmas Carols Service Sunday, December 20 4:00pm 9 Pine Rd, Shepparton W: www.exchangechurch.org.au E: info@exchangechurch.org.au

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Time to hit snooze on 2020 SNOOZE Sheppar ton wants to take this opportunity to share with you how proud we are to be part of this amazing community.

Throughout this year, so many of you have experienced challenges and times we don’t ever want to see repeated.

Through the hardships, our community remained united.

As such, we are incredibly appreciative of the continued support not only to us, but our entire team. We feel privileged to be a part of the Shepparton community.

Your quest to find a better night’s sleep

HAPPY PLACE... The Snooze Shepparton team, from left, Lyndon Poole, Chetan Patel and Santo Rimato. The team, which sells the most important piece of furniture in your home, is thanking the Shepparton community for their support through 2020. Photo: Struan Jones

in these times is duly noted. It was your support that ensured our business remained opened.

As the end of the year is nearly upon us, we want to once again thank the community. We wish everyone a fun, yet safe, festive season.

We will be spending time together with our friends and family, and we hope you all get the chance to do this as well. Merry Christmas and happy New Year from Chetan and the entire team at Snooze Shepparton.

Christmas colours, including blue BLUE Christmas? Surely Christmas is red and green! Blue Christmas services were developed in the Northern Hemisphere by many churches for those feeling pain or grief, for those with no heart to celebrate, and they are held on the longest, darkest nights of the year: December 21-23.

In our dazzlingly bright days and late sunsets, Blue Christmas services are held to recognise that not everyone is full of joy. Not everyone feels ready for the 'merry Christmas’ greetings heard everywhere.

Many carry grief and pain, and find the ever-present carols, rush and excitement difficult to share. 'Feeling blue', they are not ready for Christmas.

T h is yea r m a ny more p eople a re experiencing grief and pain: they have not been able to share in celebrating the lives of dear ones, including loved family members and friends. Separation from family, being alone, losing work or money, feeling lonely, despairing about the future - all have taken a toll.

The Blue Christmas service recognises pain and loss. It acknowledges that the story of the first Christmas is not really a happy one: a birth of a Child to parents far from home, poor, in emergency accommodation, and soon becoming refugees in Egypt.

Blue Christmas offers a safe space for

quiet contemplation, for admitting that we are not 'OK', that we are sad, discouraged, perhaps even angry - or just a little blue...

Come to share with others with similar feelings, to find comfort, to find hope.

You are ver y welcome to join the Shepparton Uniting Church Christmas services.

Details opposite on page 42.

WHITE CHURCH...

Blue Christmas.

Shepparton’s Uniting Church will hold a Blue Christmas service tomorrow evening.

Photo: Struan Jones

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Just who is Santa, anyway?

NO, Christmas isn’t about Santa’s birthday.

However, you may be m istaken for thinking he’s your main man behind the annual cultural and commercial celebration which takes over swathes of the world each December.

It turns out Santa, along with his reindeers and all the chimney-sneaking, cookie-biting, brandy-sipping tendencies all have its origins in disparate sources – from a real-life monk, to some 19th Century cartoons.

Firstly, Santa’s origin story can be traced a long way back to an early Christian bishop named Nicholas, born to Greek parents in modern-day Turkey around 280 AD. As a bishop, his reputation evolved among the faithful and his legendary habit of secret gift-giving gave rise to the traditional model of Santa Claus. His feast day, on the anniversary of his death, was marked on December 6.

The name Santa Claus evolved from St Nicholas’ Dutch nickname, Sinter Klaas, a shortened form of the Dutch Sint Nikolaas.

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In the cultural melting pot of New York in the late 18th Century, a newspaper reported on Dutch families gathering to honour the December 6 anniversary of the Saint’s death, and later, stories about Sinter Klaas were popularised by writer Washington Irving when he wrote that Saint Nicholas was the patron saint of New York.

Imagery, storytelling, and myth making around Santa Claus grew. In 1823, the poem ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas’ was published, which described Santa as a “jolly old elf” with a portly figure and the supernatural ability to ascend a chimney with a nod of his head.

Later, the imagery of a bearded Santa with a sack full of toys was drawn into print by an American political cartoonist Thomas Nast in the late 19th Century.

The origin of the red colour of Father Christmas’ outfit is a mystery. Nast’s illustrations in Harper’s Weekly were printed in black and white. Nast’s Father Christmas clothes were neither red (as Coca Cola’s Santa Claus would later be), nor green (as those of Saint Nicholas often were), but rather brown with short bristles, in accordance with the description contained in Clement Clark Moore’s poem, ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas: “He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot, And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot” So, Santa really is Saint Nicholas, a wandering, generous bishop, who gave what

JOLLY ELF... Santa Claus: Man of many talents. Photo: Actual footage.

he could to children and those in a tight spot.

However, li ke ma ny t h i ngs about Christmas, many of his other well-known traits are a hotch-potch collection and melding of cultural myths and fairy tales.

Whatever the origins, the magic felt by many children at Christmas time hinges on the belief of Santa visiting on Christmas Eve. True or not, it’s a story worth keeping.

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Have you been naughty or nice?

PARMA or parmi, a debate that can turn friend to foe, pit family member against family member or perhaps even dash your chances of a second date. However you say it (parma is right by the way), no one can deny it is most people’s go-to meal choice.

Enjoy one of The GV Hotel’s famous chicken parmigianas alongside a cold beverage while you listen to live music atop their balcony this summer with their Piano Bar now reopen to the public meaning your Saturday nights out are sorted.

Make time before Christmas to catch up with friends over lunch or dinner, with the

friendly staff encompassing the Christmas spirit.

The GV Hotel offers a large bistro, five function areas which can accommodate up to 550 people, a sports bar and an outside courtyard, meaning there is ample room to host functions, birthday parties and even weddings in the new year.

Located at 223 High Street, Shepparton, The GV Hotel can be contacted on 5821 9822 for all enquiries. Keep an eye on their Facebook and Instagram pages for upcoming events and promotions.

Days on the river sorted AS we head down to the river, across Victoria and beyond to beaches and even enjoy our own backyard pools, making sure you're all set for a fun day on the water in terms of swimwear, summer fashion and all your water sports gear is easy when you visit a one-stop shop.

Shopping locally this Christmas is a great way to support our business community and Auski Shepparton have a great range of new stock arriving daily across their range of street, surf and skate fashion.

New brands such as Peta & Jain, Billy Bones, Hydro Flask and Nude Lucy are available in store alongside legacy surf brands such as Billabong, Quicksilver and Ripcurl.

Auski also stock a range of water skis, skateboards, wakeskates, wakeboards, snowboards as well as hardware and parts for these to keep you on the water this summer.

Being safe around water is extremely important and Auski have a limited range

WHEN THE WEATHER IS FINE... Auski Shepparton is a destination for summer clothes and gear. Pictured here is Auski’s Macy Barzen. Photo: Supplied

of life vests in store at the moment, getting in quick is imperative to ensuring you get one before stock runs out.

Auski is located at 79 High Street (next to Target in the City Central Arcade) and can be contacted on 5821 8211.

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Waaia way up there WAAIA has moved to the top of the Cricket Shepparton A-Grade ladder as the only unbeaten team after a seven-wicket victory over Central Park/St Brendans on Saturday.

The win sets up an exciting first-place versus second-place showdown this Saturday, when Nagambie host Waaia for the last round before the Christmas break.

Playing in Waaia at the weekend, fifthplaced Central Park/St Brendans batted first but struggled to shift through the gears.

Ramadan Yze top-scored with 30, but the Tigers were all out for 104 in the 38th over.

Waaia’s Jordan Cleeland took 3/22 and Liam Evans took 3/20, however the work had been done at the top of the innings with first-change bowler Jesse Trower taking 2/8 from his seven overs.

In reply, Trower struggled with the bat, falling for a duck, however Waaia recovered to reel in the total required in the 23rd over at the loss of only three wickets. Captain Brayden Carey topscored with 40 not-out.

In other results: • Old Students fell just 16 runs short of v ic tor y a g a i n s t Nu mu rk a h .

An unbeaten first-innings 98 by Numurkah’s Michael Eckard saw them

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finish their 45 overs at 2/205. In reply, half-centuries by Old Students’ Luke McPhillamy and Nick Breslin weren’t enough in the end.

Mooroopna defeated Naga mbie.

Mooroopna set the visitors just 103, all out after 37 overs. In reply, Nagambie was scraped off the wicket in the 30th over after scoring just 75. Mooroopna’s William Dundon dominated with 3/9 from nine overs.

Euroa registered its first win of the season, overcoming Karramomus by 70 runs. Magpies’ Fraser Ellis top-scored with 55 on their way to 211. In reply, Karramomus’ strong start was broken at 0/49, and then lost 10/92 to finish at 141.

Katandra defeated Kyabram by six wickets. An late-innings unbeaten 40

by Kyabram’s Jackson McLay helped push the total up to 135, however an unbeaten 71 by Katandra skipper Jedd Wright saw his side comfortably over the line.

Tatura came close to nabbing its first win of the season, but fell just nine runs short of victory against Northerners.

Skipper Mitch Brett bashed 42 batting first, setting Tatura 110 for the win. In reply, eight of Tatura’s batsmen fell for less than 10, and were all out for 101 in the final over.

Cricket Shepparton Sherbourne Terrace Haisman Shield A Grade ladder POS. ...TEAM.................................................................PLAYED ......... WON ........DRAW .............. LOST ............... POINTS

1.......WAAIA ................................................ 6 .............. 4............ 2 .................0 .................... 30 2.......NAGAMBIE ........................................ 6 .............. 3............ 2 .................1 .................... 25 3.......MOOROOPNA................................... 5 .............. 3............ 2 .................0 .................... 25 4.......OLD STUDENTS................................ 5 .............. 3............ 1 .................1 .................... 21 5.......KYABRAM ......................................... 6 .............. 2............ 2 .................2 .................... 20 6.......CENT PARK/ST BRENDANS ........... 6 .............. 2............ 2 .................2 .................... 20 7.......NUMURKAH ..................................... 6 .............. 2............ 2 .................2 .................... 19 8.......NORTHERNERS ............................... 6 .............. 2............ 2 .................2 .................... 18 9.......KARRAMOMUS ................................ 5 .............. 1............ 2 .................2 .................... 13 10.....EUROA ................................................ 6 .............. 1............ 2 .................3 .................... 12 11.....KATANDRA ....................................... 5 .............. 1............ 2 .................2 .................... 12 12 ....SHEPP. UNITED ................................ 5 .............. 0............ 2 .................3 ...................... 6 13.....TATURA ............................................. 5 .............. 0............ 1 .................4 ...................... 3

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Not for the faint hearted: Sammy’s taekwondo students step up A LAZY Sunday morning is not for the students of Shepparton’s Koryo Taekwondo Centre, many of whom turned out in uniform last weekend for a rigorous round of grading under the guise of head instructor, Sammy Rachele.

With tension, sweat, and the risk of getting kicked in the face (Taekwondo is a martial art, after all), students warmed up, practice sparred, and were put through their paces under scrutiny.

Taekwondo, one of the most systematic and scientific Korean traditional martial arts, teaches more than physical fighting skills. It is considered a discipline that shows ways of enhancing the spirit and life of its practitioners through training the body and mind. Today, it has become a global sport that has gained an international reputation, and stands among the official games in the Olympics.

Rachele, who has been training in taekwondo for

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nearly three decades, said later he was pleased with the performance of the students in what has been a difficult year. Training was shifted online for periods under lockdowns.

“I pushed them pretty hard but they all came out at the end,” Rachele said of the near-five hour grading.

“They did a fantastic job, though. I’m very pleased with how it all went.”

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Over 50k in grants to support health and wellbeing

SIX Shepparton organisations will each receive a share of $52,369 in VicHealth funding to support residents hardest hit by the Coronavirus pandemic in an effort to improve their health and wellbeing.

The VicHealth Reimagining Health Grant aims to help people build better social connections with each other and the community, provide greater opportunities for physical activity and increase access to healthy, affordable food.

The Member for Northern Victoria, Wendy Lovell, said the funding will support the community in the wake of the COVID-19

pandemic.

“This much-needed funding from VicHealth will ensure local organisations can continue supporting our community to build back better from the impact of coronavirus,” Ms Lovell said.

VicHealth chief executive officer Dr Sandro Demaio said community organisations play a vital role, now more than ever, in helping people connect and take care of their wellbeing.

“As we embrace the new COVID-normal, we’re committed to supporting Victorians to be more physically active, access healthy, affordable food and to socially connect,” Dr

Demaio said.

The six organisations to receive a share in the grant are: • ConnectGV - $8000 to create an all-abilities outdoor community learning space with their social enterprise nursery • Greater Shepparton City Council - $25,369 to run a variety of programs for women from multicultural backgrounds and young people from vulnerable groups within the community and purchase equipment for their 12-month Online Community Garden program • Northern Zone Pony Club - $3000 to

purchase show jumping equipment • Goulburn Valley Hockey Association - $10,000 to purchase new equipment to introduce indoor hockey to Shepparton, encouraging greater participation • Shepparton & Youth Club United Cricket Club - $3000 to purchase equipment kits for players and subsidise fees to make it easier for young players and women to participate in the sport • Berry Street School Shepparton - $3000 to purchase tools and materials that will help students to plan and build a variety of active equipment throughout the school

All smiles at Isabel Pearce Kinder IF you knew exactly how much sugar was in a can of coke, a carton of apple juice or chocolate milk, your teeth would probably start hurting.

Not drinking too many sugary drinks is just one important thing you can do to look after your teeth, and this is the message of GV Health’s Smiles 4 Miles project, which aims to educate preschool-aged children about keeping your teeth healthy.

Last Friday, students from the Isabel Pearce Kindergarten in Shepparton East enjoyed an interactive session with GV Health’s health promotion officer, Lucy Stephens, seeing just how many teaspoons of sugar were in well-known drinks.

For the record, a can of Coke has about 10 teaspoons.

The little cartons of apple juice you’d drink with a straw then stomp on afterwards to flatten with a bang (as a kid, of course...) – six teaspoons. A big carton of Big M chocolate milk contains a respectable 14 teaspoons of sugar, and a 600ml bottle of Fanta packs about 17 teaspoons. Water, the children guessed correctly, has no sugar.

Later, the students were awarded for their Smiles 4 Miles efforts throughout 2020 with the presentation of a certificate from Ms Stephens.

Isabel Pearce Kindergarten has successfully completed the criteria to be awarded, which has included activities and engagement with the children talking about healthy eating, oral health and the importance of water.

They have also engaged with families to promote these messages and link them to local public dental services, such as GV Health Dental Services.

Ms Stephens said about 1600 local families are participating in Smiles 4 Miles.

“We know that good oral health is essential to your overall health and wellbeing, and we also know that good habits are learned early in life,” Ms Stephens said.

“That is why we are encouraging good oral health habits with our youngest members of our community and their families.”

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SMILES... (l-r) Meyhar Khehra, Ms Lucy Stephens from GV Health, Spencer Ellis, and teacher Ms Linda Laws received their Smiles 4 Miles certificate at Isabel Pearce Kindergarten last Friday. Photo: Supplied

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CONCRETE WINDOW BOXES 2, small $20 Ph 0417 214 983 COUCHES 2 single seater couches, 1 double seater couch, in good condition, pick up only $50 Ph 5823 2996 DVDS 120 for $40 Ph 0417 163 244 DVDS 6 movies, lantana, bridge of spies, excellent condition $4 each Ph 0432 797 138 DVDS excellent condition, pick up shepparton 110 CDs $50 Ph 0417 163 244 ELKHORN backing boards, strong solid timber, can also help mounting ferns for you $20 Ph 0408 389 247

FANCY biscuit tins $1 Ph 5821 6770 FREE better homes and garden book Ph 0438 312 738 FREE empty jars Ph 0417 427 317 KINCROME vernier caliper 150mm-6inch, perfect condition, in plastic case $35 Ph 0475 788 055 MATCHBOX CAR Larry Perkins VR commodore, unused, still in box $25 Ph 0475 788 055 MITUTOYO 1 inch micrometer, in plastic case, very good condition $40 Ph 0475 788 055

ORCHID plants $10 each, Shepparton area Ph 0401 307 156 ORCHIDS mounted on solid timber boards. very different, very unique, look good, great gift idea $20 Ph 0408 389 247 PIGFACE ICE PLANTS in tubs, $2.50 each or 5 for $10, pink, red, purple & lemon Ph 5822 1886 PLANTS STANDS has eight hooks, older classical style $35 Ph 0417 214 983

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

CLOSING: Entries for the promotion will close on Sunday, December 20th at 6:00pm ENTRY: Entry is open to any person who makes a purchase from a participating trader to the value of $10 or greater. Participating traders will be identified by posters in store and by advertisements in “The Adviser”. Entry is by making a purchase to the value of $10 or more from a participating trader, correctly filling out the details on the entry form provided in store, having it validated by the trader or a staff member and placing it in the entry box provided on the trader’s premises. Participants may enter as often as they wish in the above manner but must make sure any or all entry forms are filled out correctly and in full. Entries must be on the official entry form. Photocopies will not be accepted. All entries placed in participating traders’ entry boxes by 6:00pm each Sunday prior to each weekly prize draw will be collected and placed into the weekly draw, held at 4:00pm the following Monday. These entries, including all previous prize winners, will then be placed directly into the final major draw consisting of, 5 x $1000 GMCU debit cards. 2 x $500 participating business staff prize will be drawn after the Grand Prize from all the previous winning entries. The signatory on the winning entry form will be the recipient of the prize, not the business. Management and staff of participating traders are not eligible to enter this competition at their own participating businesses. Management and staff of “ The Adviser”. are not eligible to enter this competition.

PRIZES: Six x $500 prizes will be drawn on, Monday 30th November and Mondays 7th and 14th December at 4:00pm at The Adviser, 219-225 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. In total 18 x $500 prizes given over this 3 week period.

Plus 5 x $1,000 major prizes will be drawn on Monday 21st December 2020 4:00pm at The Adviser, 219-225 Wyndham Street, Shepparton. The 2 x $500 participating business staff (signatory) prize will also be drawn after the major prize draw from all the previous winning entries. Prizes will be provided in the form of a Goulburn Murray Credit Union (GMCU) Debit Card. Winners will need to meet all the criteria including residency and identification requirements. All entries from the $30, 000 GMCU giveaway (March/ April 2020) which unfortunately ceased due to COVID-19 restrictions, will be placed in the major draw and will have a chance to win one of the 5 x $1,000 major prizes. In addition, 3 x $500 will be handed out to the businesses for the most number of entries from participating businesses who employ 1-4 people, 5-15 people and 16 or more employees. These $500 x 3 prizes will be provided by “The Adviser” to the winning businesses in the form of a cheque. *Conditions & prizes may change if unforseen circumstances occur, such as COVID-19 restrictions arise.

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UNCLAIMED PRIZES: If a winner does not claim their prize by Wednesday, January 20th, 2021 , the prize will be re-drawn at 9:00am on Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 at the offices of “The Adviser”, 219-225 Wyndham Street, Shepparton, and the new winner will be notified in accordance with these conditions. Any unclaimed prizes will be published in “The AGE”newspaper on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2021.

NOTIFICATION OF WINNERS: Winners will be contacted by telephone as soon as the prizes are drawn and communicated to via letter. Names of $500 draw winners will be published in “The Adviser” on Wednesday, December 2nd, 9th and 16th 2020.The names of the 5 x $1,000 and the 2 x $500 staff prizes will be published in “The Adviser”. newspaper on Saturday, 26th December 2020. Winners of any unclaimed prizes will be published in “The Adviser”on Wednesday, January 13th 2021.

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This time of year is a favourite for many, including spiders and bugs. Before these pests become a real problem in your home, give Jason’s Pest Control a call.

A branch of Jason’s TV, Jason’s Pest Control can treat your home for termites, bed bugs, ants, wasps, and spiders to keep your home safe and secure during the warmer months.

With nine years in the industry, Jason’s Pest Control lead pest technician, Nathan East said, “Now is the time spiders start to lay their eggs, so getting us in to spray your home now will kill off the babies as well.

“Termites are a bit trickier and can cause a lot of damage if not found early. Give us a call and see how we can help.”

Jason’s Pest Control currently has a special on both termite inspections and spider spraying at just $220 for each service.

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Basketballer heading to the hoop with second scholarship SH E PPA RTON basketballer, Isabel Whitelaw, will join the next intake of elite Victorian junior players to be a part of the Victorian National Performance Pathway (VNPP) 2020/2021 scholarships for her second consecutive year.

The VNPP invites the best country and metropolitan under-16/under-18 athletes to join the program to improve their skills and enhance their development.

Whitelaw, an under-16s player from the Greater Shepparton Basketball Association, represented Victoria Country in 2019 at the under-16 level and was selected to represent Victoria Country again in 2020 before the

national championship was cancelled earlier this year.

She has also been a consistently selected member of the Victoria Country teams at the Australian Country Junior Country Cup, held annually in Albury-Wodonga.

Tailored to develop high-calibre athletes on track towards elite representation at the national level and into professional opportunities, Whitelaw is one of 51 players to be selected as part of the VNPP’s second intake, following the inaugural program across 2019/2020.

According to Basketball Victoria, these players have been awarded scholarships after

being identified by head coaches as having the potential to represent Australia in the future.

“The V N PP is an amazing program as we get to see the sheer number of Victorian rising stars take big steps from being impressive juniors to elite senior representatives ready for collegiate and profe s sion a l ba ske tba l l ,” B a ske tba l l Victoria’s Grant Wallace said.

The V N PP athletes are also part of Basketball Victoria’s High Performance Hubs, located at 10 centres throughout Victoria, including in Shepparton.

TALENT... Shepparton basketballer, Isabel Whitelaw, has received her second Victorian National Performance Pathway scholarship. Photo: Supplied

Mallet falls on Croquet Association pennant T H E Rich River Kangas have taken out the Goulburn Murray Croquet Association pennant after a tight match last Thursday hosted by the Shepparton Croquet Club.

T he pennant ends neraly three months of competition after the league was one of the first to resume play, pressing through pandemic concerns to bring back a sense of normalcy, according to Shepparton Club president, John Young.

Croquet, which has a near-century long history in Shepparton, is best described at a game of billiards played on lawn. Comparisons are also made with chess, where strategy and forward thinking are all required.

Last Thursday, silent tension among onlookers was often broken by polite applause after a particularly wily or skilful shot was played.

Some of the region’s best players squared off on Thursday, however the chocolates fell the Rich River Kangas’ way, winning 6 games all, 70 hoops to Echuca Moama’s 64.

Meanwhile, in the more local Goulburn Valley Croquet Association, Shepparton took out the pennant grand final against Mooroopna at Rich River Croquet Club on Wednesday.

Shepparton won the first two games of doubles, leading the way 2 games 37 hoops to Mooroopna's 31 hoops. Then in the singles, Mooroopna won three out of four games and 62 hoops to Shepparton's 1 game 65 hoops. Shepparton won the match with a total score of 3 games 102 hoops to 3 games 93 hoops.

KEEPING SCORE... Mary James of the Echuca Moama Croquet Club keeping the numbers in order last week. Photos: Struan Jones.

EXPERIENCE... Echuca Moama’s Mavis Peters in action on the lawn.

TOP FORM... One of the Association’s best players, Johnny James of Echuca Moama Croquet Club.

CONCENTRATION... Helen Brierley of the Rich River Kangas club takes on Mavis Peters.

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