By Deanne Jeffers
By Aaron Cordy
THE Games came to Grahamvale Primary School on Tuesday, August 6 – complete with Opening and Closing Ceremonies, medal presentations, torches and national anthems.
Students selected Spain, Netherlands, Ireland, Philippines or Jamaica as their competing country and dressed up in the colours of their respective flags before taking part in a series of challenging and
fun sporting events.
As the Games drew to a close, students, staff and the school community enjoyed a sausage sizzle organised by Grahamvale’s Parent’s Club.
community as part of the Victorian public health system. facilities due to limited resources. “Local clubs are the heart of many of our communities and provide a space for people to stay active and build strong bonds,”
Greater Shepparton City Council is seeking children’s book donations from the Greater Shepparton community for Best Start’s inaugural Book Drive. Best Start is a State Government initiative providing support to families and caregivers with children aged birth to eight years. Books can be dropped at a collection point at the Greater Shepparton City Council Offices at 90 Welsford Street. Collection takes place from Monday 12 August to Friday 23 August 2024.
PROVING that every age can be full of fun, friendship and adventure, Bill Andrews of Waranga Aged Care Hostel had a wheel of a time celebrating his remarkable 95th birthday on Wednesday August 7 at Shepparton’s Museum of Vehicle Evolution (MOVE).
Enjoying the day out, busing from his residence at Waranga Aged Care Hostel, Bill shared his birthday adventure surrounded by friends as well as carers, reminiscing about the vehicles of old while getting a buzz out of
watching his friend Jim in the famed truck simulator.
Delighted and surprised to be greeted at MOVE, by his daughter, Melanie, Bill and the group enjoyed an ice-cream Sunday following a pit-stop at MacDonalds before heading home for a well-earned rest.
Nominated as the group’s first choice for the outing by the five friends in attendance, Waranga Aged Care lifestyle coordinator, Leah said the excursion had not only generated
excitement amongst the gentleman but had already sparked conversation about the next outing by mid-morning, with fishing being the unanimous choice.
Pleased by the chatting and interest generated by Bill’s special birthday outing, Leah said, “It
has been wonderful to watch the group really benefit from the social outing and to celebrate Bill’s birthday in such a special way. They’ve spent the morning sharing memories stimulated by the museum and entertained by each other’s good company.”
By
Aaron Cordy BACKFLIP,
merger by stealth or a better, more connected health system ensuring Victorian patients can get the care they need. It depends on how you read the spin after the State Government announced they will invest an extra $1.5B into the healthcare system last Thursday, comes on the back of a major overhaul after recommendations proposed by the Expert Advisory Committee.
The State Government will establish Hospitals Victoria, a new agency in the Department of Health led by Siva Sivarajah, who has a wealth of experience in healthcare, including being CEO of Northern Health.
The State Government
has accepted in full or accepted in principle 26 of 27 recommendations proposed by the Expert Advisory Committee, as part of its Health Services Plan. But they will not accept the recommendation to forcibly amalgamate Victoria’s health services.
The catch is, the Government will replace Health Service Partnerships with Local Health Service Networks. Bringing together hospitals within geographical regions of Barwon Southwest, Grampians, Loddon Mallee, Hume and Gippsland.
Deputy Leader of The Nationals and Opposition Minister for Mental Health, Emma Kealy, said mergers are mergers, no matter
how they are disguised.
“If it looks like a merger, impacts hospitals like a merger, then it is a merger,” Ms Kealy said.
“It is illogical to think adding another layer of administrative bureaucracy would ever make Victoria’s health system more efficient. Local jobs and local services will be lost.
The Government maintains this will benefit the health sector.
“As the sister of a nurse and the mum of a daughter who has relied on the life-saving care of our hospitals – my priority will always be patients and their families. We will always support our hospitals – because that’s what Labor does,” said Premier Jacinta Allan.
Despite the claim, there are
still concerns in the community about the future of healthcare. Liberal member for Northern Victoria Region, Wendy Lovell, saw the positives out of last week's announcement but holds a cautious view.
“I thank the thousands of Victorians who attended public rallies, wrote to members of parliament, and signed petitions to tell Labor that local health services should be kept in local hands and independently run,” said Ms Lovell.
“However local communities must remain vigilant that Labor’s announced five regional health “Networks” are not a steppingstone to amalgamations by stealth.”
THE dream of owning an investment property has been pushed further out of reach for investors looking to build financial security for the future as the Allan Government dramatically increased
the Land Tax to help reduce the COVID Debt. It has been no secret that Victoria incurred massive debt under former premier Dan Andrew’s watch during COVID. The plan to pay down
$31.5B debt has been put on the backs of small, medium and big businesses, investors and those who pay land tax, as they try to reduce the debt over the next 10 years.
From 2024 as part of the
Victorian Government's COVID Debt Repayment Plan, when the total taxable value of the property that is not your primary residence is equal to or above the $50,000 threshold, you are liable to pay land tax.
The Land Tax appears to run in direct contradiction to the State Government’s housing targets with its lofty aim of 2.24M new homes built by 2051. Each of Victoria’s councils has been given a target, with Greater Shepparton expected to build 14,500 new homes in the next 27 years. The increase in the Land Tax, which begins at $500 for a property valued at $50,000, steeply increases as the value of the property goes up, this has investors reconsidering whether investing in property in Victoria is the way to go.
From 2021 to 2024 the Land Tax has increased by over 21 per cent, for a property valued at $3,000,000 and over there is a flat tax rate of $31,650 plus 2.65% of the value to be paid yearly.
Anyone who has invested in an additional property is affected.
Land Tax represented an average
of 12.4% of total taxation revenue from 2013–14 to 2022–23, with commercial and industrial sectors hit the worst. It is estimated that Victoria’s land tax revenue from commercial and industrial land increased by $1,803.7M (193.2%) from 2013–14 to 2022–23.
The ramifications of the Land Tax have already been felt dramatically in the property market with 1000s of investors selling investment properties, causing rise in rental prices. Over the last three years, there has been an average increase of 9.1 per cent a year on rental properties, leaving many families feeling the pinch as they try to keep a roof over their heads.
While it is not all doom and gloom for taxpayers with both federal and state governments announcing tax cuts earlier this year for low-income households, the cost of living crisis fueled by inflation and rent increases, means most families won’t feel the benefit of the tax breaks as they struggle to feed their families and keep a roof over their heads.
books or attending performances, exhibitions or festivals.
“Our creative community impacts our everyday lives in so many ways by entertaining us, enhancing education, promoting social cohesion, improving liveability and wellbeing and boosting our economy and global reputation,” said Member for Northern Victoria, Jaclyn
“I encourage locals to share their ideas through this consultation process, ensuring the views of our community are reflected in the strategy and that we can all experience the benefits of Victoria’s creative and cultural life.”
The Creative State Strategy consultation process is open to all community members, based in all parts of the state, until August 26. To find out more or submit your ideas, visit: engage.vic.gov.au/ creative-state-consultation
time to put forward local businesses and individuals for the 2024 SPC Greater Shepparton Business Excellence Awards. Pictured are awardees at the 2023 gala presentation dinner.
WE all know a fantastic individual or local business that deserves recognition for their contributions in the community and in lifting our local economy and business profile. The Greater Shepparton Business Network (GSBN), together with Naming Rights Sponsor SPC, have now opened nominations for the 2024 SPC Business Excellence Awards.
This year there are new categories which are ‘Excellence in Food & Agribusiness’ sponsored by Noumi, and ‘Excellence in Export Market Development’, sponsored by GSBN, creating a space to honour and recognise excellence in these vital industries.
Nominations are open until September
25, 2024, and can also be made for existing categories:
• Excellence in Customer Service, represented in three areas: Retail/Hospitality Services (sponsored by the Shepparton Club), Professional Services (are-able), Trade Services (MB+M)
• Excellence in Business, represented in three areas: Professional Services (Shepparton BMW), Trade Services (GMCU) and Retail Services (Harvey Norman Shepparton)
• Visitor Experience of the Year (sponsored by Shepparton & Goulburn Valley)
• E merging & Micro Business of the Year (Greater Shepparton Business Centre)
Draft guidelines for the Victorian Transmission Plan have been released for consultation
Your feedback will help us plan Victoria’s future renewable energy infrastructure.
To get involved, visit us at a session near you: Shepparton Riverlinks
70 Welsford St, Shepparton
Thursday 15 August 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Friday 16 August 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
At sessions, we’ll be talking through:
• how we will develop the 2025 Victorian Transmission Plan
• the study area, which will show parts of Victoria that we’ll investigate further, as we work with communities to find the best places to host future wind and solar generation.
• how community feedback will help refine the study area to proposed renewable energy zones.
If you can’t attend a session directly, feel free to have your say on the study area right now at: engage.vic.gov.au/VicGrid
• Best Marketing/Advertising Campaign (WIN, Listnr and The Shepparton Adviser)
• A pprentice/Trainee of the Year (Apprenticeship Support Australia)
• Young Professional of the Year (La Trobe University)
• Excellence in Innovation (Optus)
• Hall of Fame (sponsored by GSBN). In addition to the introduction of new categories, you have three convenient options for submitting a nomination. You can download the forms for specific categories from GSBN’s website, collect them in-store from participating partners, or submit your nomination online at www.gsbn.net.au. Alternatively, you can mail
your completed nomination using the printable forms available on GSBN’s website, addressed to Business Awards, PO Box 364, Shepparton VIC 3632.
Greater Shepparton’s SPC Business Excellence Awards will be officially launched at an event on Wednesday, August 21, 5.30-7.30pm at SPC’s Corboy Room, Andrew Fairley Drive, Shepparton.
For more information and to register, visit gsbn.net.au or follow Greater Shepparton Business Network on Facebook.
By Aaron Cordy
SUSTAINABLE renewable energy is at the forefront of the global community as we reduce global emissions for a longer brighter future. While most understand the need for renewable energy, the trouble is that no one wants it in their backyard.
Two proposed wind farm sites in the Koyuga Nanneella area, west of Kyabram, have residents concerned about possible noise pollution. While many ask why the wind farms can’t be put out in the middle of the outback, Australia's infrastucture is not capable of transferring it back to
populated centres where it is needed.
Fera Australia chose Koyuga Nanneella for the 20-25 wind turbines because of its strong wind resources and proximity to the Bendigo-Shepparton 220kV transmission line, located to the south of the project area.
At a community meeting hosted by Fera in Nanneella, locals expressed concerns over the proximity of the turbines to homes, which was reduced from 2Km to 1Km after the 2015 election.
To address these concerns
Liberal Member for Northern Victoria Wendy Lovell
has called on the Minister for Planning to review the windfarm setback distance.
“My constituents have serious and legitimate concerns about the effects of increasingly larger wind turbines, and I urge the Minister to review the current setback distance and consider extending it to 1.5 or 2 kilometres,” said Ms Lovell.
While Fera did not reply to the Adviser’s enquiry, their website maintains that at 300 metres, wind turbines are barely louder than a modern household fridge. At 1Km, turbines are often barely audible.
FIRST... Minister for Treaty and First Peoples Natalie Hutchins and Paul Briggs OAM, executive chairman of Kaiela Institute, pictured cutting the ribbon at the Munarra Centre, an Australian-first initiative that will boost the region’s productivity and educational opportunities for Indigenous and non-Indigenous learners of all ages in the pursuit of education.
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THE state-of-the-art building incorporates Aboriginal knowledge into its design and programs, symbolising decades of effort to place First Nations at the forefront of indigenous knowledge and higher education.
“This is an amazing time for us, very clearly for Yorta Yorta people and other First Nations people, and I’m hopeful that it’s also seen as a significant time for the region more broadly and it’ll become a really creative part of the future for this region,” said Paul Briggs OAM.
“We hope it will inspire other communities across Victoria, but also across the nation to taker this approach to prosperity and productivity and not be isolated into a crisis intervention model of engagement.”
Minister for Treaty and First Peoples Natalie Hutchins and Parliamentary Secretary for First Peoples, Chris Couzens, joined Yorta Yorta Elders, Munarra Limited, students and partners at the opening of the MCRE, built by Indigenous-
owned company TVN On-Country with a $30M investment from the State Government and supported by a $6.65M investment from the University of Melbourne.
Munarra, which means thunder in Yorta Yorta language, resonates with the Centre’s aspiration to significantly impact the empowerment and education pathways of Yorta Yorta communities and the broader Goulburn Murray region.
Professor Barry Judd, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Indigenous) at the University of Melbourne, expressed his hopes for the Centre. “Munarra represents much more than a physical space; it is laying the foundation for a future where Indigenous Australians’ history, culture, and potential are not just acknowledged but integral to our nation’s progress,” Professor Judd said. “This is about true parity and shared prosperity for all.”
The MCRE will be instrumental in the Goulburn Murray Prosperity and Productivity Plan, a 15-year strategy focused on regional selfdetermination and economic inclusiveness. This collaborative effort involves local government,
academia and the community to foster future leaders, empower and strengthen the community and, ultimately, bring long-term economic benefits to the region.
Paul Briggs said, “The regional prosperity plan also talks to an increase in GRP of $150 million per annum back into the productivity of this region. This is dependent on First Nations people living as long and carry the same quality of life as everybody else – This is a win-win model of engagement, critical to this is building sound and sustainable partnerships”
The vision of this plan is to generate a thriving and sustainable First Nations economy through a shared prosperity model that delivers an additional $150m Gross Regional Product (GRP) per annum by 2036 for the Goulburn Murray Region, and the MCRE is an integral part of realising this ambition.
Students at the Academy of Sports, Health and Education (ASHE) began Term 3 at the brandnew campus in July this year.
“When we first moved in, they [the students]
were all a bit out of sorts, you know, because it’s such an amazing, magnificent building. And for them, you know, we really don’t have anything so amazing. Please don’t take that the wrong way, but, but to be a part of history and to have a magnificent building like this, it’s starting to give them a sense of belonging,” said acting director at ASHE, Heidi Knowles.
“Hopefully we will have more Indigenous and non-Indigenous people come here and be part of the Munarra Centre and study, that way we can get more out, more out of our community, more out into employment and on their educational journey.”
Travis Morgan, chairperson of Munarra Limited emphasised the organisation’s commitment to excellence, stating, “We’re here to support other organisations and the community by providing pathways for people who may be lost in the system and championing excellence, giving our region something we can be very proud of.”
GREATER Shepparton City Council is seeking expressions of interest from local organisations, groups and businesses interested in hosting an activity or event for this year’s Seniors Festival.
The Seniors Festival offers older people a wide range of free and low-cost events and activities throughout the month of October. Council is leading the planning of the 2024 Seniors Festival program, featuring this year’s theme ‘Explore. Engage. Evolve’.
Council would like to hear from local organisations, groups and businesses who are planning on hosting an event or activity for the older members of the community
and would like to showcase their event as part of the local Festival brochure and promotions.
Mayor, Cr Shane Sali, encouraged clubs, groups and organisations to get involved and host an event or activity for our senior community members.
“Council will be publishing a Seniors Festival Brochure of events and activities, to showcase everything taking place across Greater Shepparton during the month October. Groups, organisations and businesses are encouraged to hold ‘come and try’ days, craft activities, gardening, exercise programs, or any activity or entertainment which senior residents may enjoy,” said Cr
Sali.
“Your event will be promoted on Council’s website and in the Seniors Festival program. This is a great opportunity to make new connections and friendships, all while having fun,” Cr Sali said.
If you think your organisation could host a great event for seniors, please fill-in the expression of interest application form on Council’s website shaping. greatershepparton.com.au/seniors-festival
Expressions of Interest close at 5pm on 26 August 2024. For more information contact Council’s Diversity Project Officer on (03) 5832 9700.
THEY learnt about the importance of trees to our everyday life, as well as why they are so important to the wellbeing of our environment and the wildlife who live amongst us.
One Tree Per Child is a global initiative founded by Olivia Newton-John and Jon Dee, who also founded the highly successful National Tree Day Program.
Despite the name, the species planted under the project in Greater Shepparton include indigenous trees, shrubs, groundcovers and grasses that have largely been cleared from our region.
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Aug 6, 1991... The Adviser celebrates seven years of publishing with a massive 72-page edition, the largest ever newspaper produced to date at the time by The Adviser. By the 1990s, editions had expanded to be more than a business directory, featuring local news, the latest in sports and much more, while still championing local business, employing local staff and delivery walkers.
Aug 9, 1984... The first edition of The Shepparton Adviser was published Thursday, August 9. The tagline as seen here was ‘Advertising the best of everything,’ and it was Australia’s first advertising newspaper based on successful advertising publications in the United States. In the early days, The Adviser was designed to be a business directory, full of retail sales and advertising. In the beginning there were seven staff and 150 boys and girls who distributed The Adviser to 18,000 homes.
The Adviser celebrates 40 years of publishing history this month. The Adviser reaches two significant milestones, printing and distributing more than 55 million copies during its 40-year history, as well as a multi-generational family contribution to country newspapers around Victoria.
It is not unusual for newspaper publishers to be generational. Publisher of The Adviser, Geoff Adams, has four generations of newspaper publishing history on his mother Angela (Higgins’) side and three generations of newspaper publishing history on his
Aug 2, 1994... In 1994
The Adviser celebrated 10 years of publishing. Within this edition there are 100s of deals from businesses, some businesses are still operating today including Finny’s Manchester, Collins Booksellers, Spotlight, WB Hunters, Sherbourne Terrace and the Goulburn Murray Credit Union (GMCU), to name a few.
father’s side.
GCA Adams (deceased) published newspapers in the Colac district, GJC Adams published newspapers in Casterton, Coleraine, Merino, Heywood and Benalla and helped found The Adviser before launching a publishing business in the United Kingdom in the 1980s. From the UK, GJC continues to take a close interest in The Adviser.
GCA, was made a Member of the British Empire (MBE), was a Life Member of the Victorian Country Press Association and three generations of Geoffreys have held presidencies at the Victorian Country Press Association.
Aug 10, 2005... Wiser, better and continuing to grow, The
Jan 16, 2013... The Shepparton Adviser had a remarkably more modern appearance in the 2010s. This front page of Tatura East dairy farmer, Michael Tuhan, ahead of International Dairy Week, was published around the same time The Adviser opened its Facebook page. As described by managing editor, Geoff Adams, recently in the August 7 2024 birthday edition, the advent of social media has been a huge change for journalism and publishing.
July 31, 2024... In its 40 years of existence, The Adviser has undertaken incredible change. As seen in one of the latest editions at the end of July 2024, newspapers are full colour, incorporating QR codes to the online free edition, readership continues to be strong with approximetaly 60,000 readers per week plus digital, and available on most commonly used social media platforms. Today there are 16 dedicated staff and 73 walkers to help publish and distribute The Adviser each week, including special regular features and lift-outs.
GABRIELLA Vittorio and Kat Parker have been honoured as the winners of the SAM Fresh 2024 La Trobe University Award and the People’s Choice Award, respectively. The announcement was made during the official exhibition celebration at the Shepparton Art Museum on August 3, before an enthusiastic audience of over 80 people. The event featured remarks from SAM Acting Artistic Director
Danny Lacy and SAM Curator – Community Caroline Esbenshade.
Vittorio's entry, Lunchtime, is a surrealist digital drawing reflecting her Italian heritage and the challenges of growing up as a culturally diverse individual in Australia. It explores the experience of multicultural students feeling selfconscious about their packed lunches. As the La Trobe University Award recipient, Vittorio will
THE right bed and bedroom suite can transform your drab home into cosy opulence to chase away the winter chill of cold nights as you drift off to sleep.
Harbour Lane Furniture and Bedding, Shepparton are having the Biggest Ever Bedding sale. They offer a wide range of exquisite furniture to transform
your bedroom into a den of luxury you want to escape to every night. With up to 60 per cent off across a selected range of bedding for the month of August, there is no better time to spruce up your home.
Whether you need to update a mattress, a bed or the whole bedroom suite, the friendly team at Harbour Lane Furniture
and Bedding, Shepparton is ready to help make your dreams come true.
To take advantage of Harbour Lane’s Biggest Ever Bedding sale, visit them at Riverside Plaza building A, shop 2/8025, Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla, or call them on 03 7065 8772 or check out their range online at www. harbourlane.com.au
TO GREAT ACCLAIM... the SAM Fresh 2024 La Trobe University Award and People’s Choice Award winners were announced at the Shepparton Art Museum on August 3 at an official exhibition celebration. From left: SAM Acting Artistic Director Danny Lacy, Fresh 2024 La Trobe Award Gabriella Vittorio, Fresh 2024 People’s Choice Award winner Kat Parker and SAM Curator – Community Caroline Esbenshade. Photo: Shepparton Art Museum
receive a $1,500 cash prize.
Parker’s Robust White-eye won the People’s Choice Award. Her printmaking piece, composed of multiple layered linocut prints, creates a dynamic three-dimensional form that seems ready to take flight. Esbenshade noted that both winning pieces displayed a high level of skill and resonated strongly with audiences. She highlighted how Vittorio’s work sparked
conversations among viewers of all backgrounds about their school lunches and personal experiences.
The SAM Fresh 2024 exhibition, showcasing young creatives aged 16-25 from the Goulburn Valley and Hume regions, features both winning entries in the SAM Community Gallery.
PROVIDING social support, adult education, health and wellbeing activities and community services, South Shepparton Community Centre meets the diverse needs of groups and individuals in our community. Within the centre, you’ll find a welcoming and inclusive space for people young and old, from all backgrounds and walks of life enjoying events, education programs, courses, encouragement and more as you connect with people from our community.
To help Shepparton South Community Centre continue its great work, the proceeds of
this month’s Shepparton Club’s Charity Raffle are going to this fantastic organisation. The Shepparton Club Charity Raffle will be live-streamed on Facebook from 7pm on the day for those who can’t be there. Make sure you get your ticket and good luck!
To enter, scan the QR or visit clubraffles. online/sheppartoncharityraffle, or drop into the Shepparton Club at 455 Wyndham Street before 7pm, Friday, August 16, for a quiet drink and a scrumptious meal and the chance to share in the prizes. For bookings call 5831 4488.
EXPLORING this great country of ours is a pastime enjoyed by the masses, and there is no better place to begin that journey than at the 2024 Shepparton Outdoor Living and Caravan Expo.
Family-owned, Shepparton’s Donway Caravans will again take centre stage at this year’s expo. Showcasing their new Wakool Range of caravans along with their Donway signature range of caravans.
Designed locally and built in Victoria, Donway Caravans Signature range are constructed with longevity and peace of mind at the forefront, with a five-year structural warranty.
Gather the family and head to the
Shepparton Outdoor Living and Caravan Expo at the Shepparton Showgrounds, proudly supported by Donway Caravans. Attendees will have access to exclusive deals and equipment, with many exhibitors offering show specials. The expo will run from Friday, August 16 until Sunday, August 18.
If you cannot make it to the expo, you can still find Donway Caravans 7851 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla, open 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 12pm on Saturdays. Visit donwaycaravans.com.au for more information or visit the Donway PopUp yard, on your way to their main yard, weekdays from 9-5.
director Peter Don, sales/service team member Liana
Kevin Gribble and warranty/service team member Steve
Come enjoy a day out with family and friends exploring the scenic goulburn valley, while supporting local community groups and organisations.
19th - 25th AUG
GSSC
been working in their Pathway Mentoring class, learning about vocational pathways, course requirements and subject choices for Year 11. Partnerships Manager, Lisa Kerr, assisting a Year 10 student with a Vocational Education and Training (VET) delivered to school students (VDSS) application form.
Our Subject Selection and Course Counselling program is such an important feature on the annual GSSC school calendar. Last week this provided our Year 10 students and their families an opportunity meet with a qualified Careers Practitioner for an individual and tailored appointment before making their final selection of subjects for next year. This helps to guide and support our students as they plan their senior secondary schooling at GSSC and ensures they are well informed and empowered to plan for their future.
Lachlan Gribble
I’m hoping to study Forensic Psychology after school. The subject selection process will help me plan for my future.
Jaideep Singh Dhillon
I’m looking to study medicine after secondary school, so the subject selection process will help me understand the prerequisites for this course and increase my understanding of what’s required of me.
Mia Neal
GREATER Shepparton Secondary College (GSSC) prides itself on its careers offerings, with extensive supports in place to help students identify the right pathway for them, whether that be moving on to further study, seeking employment, an apprenticeship or traineeship.
During Term 3, the support for Year 10 students ramps up as GSSC delivers its annual Subject Selection and Course Counselling program.
GSSC Senior Secondary and Careers Assistant Principal, Zarina Fleming said over the past term, Year 10 students have been working in their Pathway Mentoring class, learning about vocational pathways, course requirements and subject choices for Year 11.
“Over the holidays, the students have also had the opportunity to go through the Senior Secondary Handbook and have conversations with their families about their future career aspirations and goals and what they’d like to achieve in their final two years of secondary school,” Ms Fleming said.
“Bringing parents into this process is key, our families know their child’s passions, strengths, and interests and this helps to guide and support our young people as they plan their senior secondary schooling at GSSC.”
Earlier this term, GSSC hosted a parent information session, centred around the Subject Selection and Careers Counselling program, which was held on Monday 29 and Tuesday 30 July.
“Across these two days, our Year 10 students had the opportunity to make an appointment to come into the College with their parent or guardian and meet with one of our qualified Careers Practitioners to discuss their future career goals and subject options for Years 11 and 12,” Ms Fleming said.
“These decisions are so important, which is why we prioritise our Year 10 students for this individualised support and dedicate this time at school to ensure all students have all the information needed to make informed decisions.”
I want to study law after school so the course counselling will assist me to select the subjects that will help me get into the course I want.
Hargun Kaur
The subject selection and course counselling will help match my subjects and studies with my future career and pathway. I’m hoping to get into nursing.
Tania Titus
This will help me choose the subjects I need to get into the course I want after school. I’m hoping to go on to become a plastic surgeon.
Take a virtual tour of our world-class facilities!
For further information about enrolling with GSSC, call us on 5891 2000, email registrar@gssc.vic.edu.au or by scanning the QR code Scan
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VOLUNTEERS have a profound impact on the lives of those they generously give their time to. Especially in aged care when residents should be enjoying their golden years, sometimes they can feel like the forgotten generation.
The 3 facilities at Shepparton Villages are putting a call out to the community for anyone with an hour or two a week to come and enrich the lives of their residents with the gift of your time.
There are many ways to give your time at SRV, with one-on-one time with residents to share past experiences and listen to their stories, reading to them from the paper, or
if you are craft-minded, you can knit with residents. There are group activities to be part of as well. Running bingo games, being part of walking groups or helping to facilitate day trips, which the residents love so much.
A simple National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) check and attending an interview is all you need to get involved in giving meaning and dignity to the lives of people in their twilight years. No matter your walk of life, gender or experience, if you are interested in volunteering, contact the People & Culture Team at (03) 5832 0800, or visit sheppartonvillages.com.au.
LA TROBE Shepparton is holding an Open Day on Saturday, August 24 from 10am to 2pm. A unique opportunity to engage directly with current students and staff, gaining insights into our diverse range of local course offerings.
Highlighting our extensive array of online courses, early entry programs and pathways, you’ll receive personalized guidance on achieving your academic and career aspirations.
Discover comprehensive details on student services and the advantages of studying with us, such as valuable placement opportunities and enriching study abroad programs.
Our upcoming Open Day promises an insightful experience, with clinical laboratory tours conducted by knowledgeable Nursing students. Scheduled at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm, these guided tours offer a firsthand look at how students build their Nursing skills in a simulated hospital environment.
You can download our Open Day app, where you can explore all that we have to offer and plan your Open Day experience. Join us for live music, refreshments, giveaways, and valuable information and advice. Register now at latrobe.edu.au/openday
CHANGING A CAREER TODAY... involves more than just picking a job; it’s about matching your interests with current market demands. Photo: Supplied
CHOOSING a career today involves more than just picking a job; it’s about matching your interests and skills with current market demands. With fast-paced technological advancements and ongoing impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s crucial to stay updated on emerging trends and in-demand professions. Skill shortages arise from various factors, including economic changes, regional disparities, and an ageing workforce. Economic ups and downs can shift job availability, while local economic conditions and industry concentrations can create varying demand for skills. Additionally, as older workers retire, gaps are left in fields like healthcare and skilled trades, often not quickly filled by younger workers.
Technological advancements also play a major role. Rapid tech changes can make some skills outdated while creating new demands. This can lead to a mismatch between job requirements and available skills. Gaps in education and training systems can worsen these shortages if they don’t align with current industry needs. Recent data shows significant skill shortages in Technicians and Trades Workers, Health Professionals and Community and Personal Service Workers. To navigate this, job seekers should focus on skills in high-demand areas and stay informed about industry trends. By aligning their skills with current job market needs, individuals can enhance their employment prospects and career growth.
Be part of the exciting 2024 Greater Shepparton’s SPC Business Excellence Awards
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The Shepparton Swans can mathematically still play finals if it can win its final two games and all other results fall in their favour. They were able to keep their slim finals aspirations alive by defeating Shepparton United in the second part of the split round. The Bears were too good for Euroa in the first part of the split round, with Joel Brett, Lewis McShane, Tyler Larkin, Rhiley Lau and Mitchell Brett leading the way.
the Saints last Saturday and they will look to Tom Maloney, Riley Mason (6 goals for season tally of 55) Max Lawrence, Nathan Beattie and Jack Murphy to continue their good form to try and help the visitors claim a big scalp before the curtain draws on their season.
Mitchell Dodos, Marcus Khoo, Liam Ogden, Bailey Tome, Aidan Robinson and Anthony DePasquale (7 goals to be leading the goalkicking with 61 majors) will be important for the Bombers and if they can control the tempo then I think they can get the win.
Co-coaches Ted Lindon and Xavier Stevenson have been re-appointed and both will be looking to continue to play their role while making sure the team has their eye on the big prize.
Nathan Hrovat, Mark Kovacevic, Steele Simpson, Andrew Riordan, Zac Clohesy, Matt Perry, Luke Davies and Zac Alderton were important as the Swans did enough to keep the Demons at bay.
They will be important if they are to upset the Bears and keep alive its season.
Tip: Shepparton.
This will be a really good contest and one that still has plenty riding on it.
Both the Cats and Tigers have booked their tickets for September.
But they will want to take winning form into September.
The Tigers have lost two of their past three games while the Cats were able to bounce back after losing in the first part of the split round to Kyabram by accounting for Mansfield.
Tip: Kyabram.
Shepparton United and Tatura will both be desperate to try and get another win before the season draws to a close for 2024.
Neither the Demons or the Dogs will play finals in 2024, but the incentive is there for the home team to try and get off the foot of the table.
A win against the Demons gives them an outside chance to go into the last round to climb off the bottom of the ladder.
A defeat and it will win the wooden spoon.
The Bulldogs were no match for the Eagles in the first part of the split round while the Demons gave a good account of themselves against the Swans last Saturday.
The re-signed Dylan Gordon, Ryan O'Keefe, Wil Hamilton, Shaun Atley and Matt Kellett were some of the shining lights in the heavy loss to arch rival and reigning premier Echuca in the second part of the split round. They will need to play well if the Tigers are to do the double over the Cats in season 2024.
Angus Hanrahan, Coby McCarthy, Isaac Dowling, Keelin Betson, William Bella and Daniel Johnstone (11 games for 47 goals) were some of the standout contributors in the important win at the expense of the visiting Eagles.
In a further positive for the Cats, they had 9 different goalkickers which would have pleased John Lamont.
I think this will be a really tight contest and I expect the Tigers to bounce back and win a close one.
Tip: Rochester.
Kyabram will be looking to continue its preparations towards the finals when it welcomes Seymour to its home turf.
The Bombers produced their best four quarter performance in the first part of the split round. They were too strong for the Cats and they will feel that their form is building towards having an impact in September.
The Lions won a high scoring contest against
Joel Serra, Aaron Britten, Liam Serra, Samuel Jackson and Fraser Hicks worked tirelessly to give their team a chance against the Swans. They will look to continue their form and curb the influence of Mitchell Elliott, Tim Wilson, Comanche Walls, Jacob Simpson and Curtis Ryan from leading the Dogs to their first win since their opening day of the season.
I think the Dees have enough avenues to goal to kick a winning score against the Dogs.
Tip: Shepparton United.
The stakes are high for Euroa.
A win and the Pies have booked their ticket to the September action.
If they fail to get the job done, then it will go down to their game at Mansfield on the final day of the home and away season.
The Saints were plucky in pushing Seymour all the way.
Mark Marriott, Philip Edgar, Christopher Welsh, Wade King and Colby Mathieson were the standouts for the Saints who kicked one of their highest scores of the season.
The Pies come into the contest off the back of a defeat to second placed Shepparton in the first part of the split round.
Jack McKernan was outstanding in the loss with four goals while Marcus Varley, Dan Garside, Tristan Davies and Jayden Gleeson were others to shine.
If they can continue that form, then they should get past the Saints and book their place in September.
Tip: Euroa.
MELBOURNE Victory A-League side will play a pre-season friendly against the Victorian Premier League Two team, Goulburn Valley Suns, in Shepparton on September, Saturday 7.
It will be Melbourne Victory’s first encounter with Victoria’s highestranked regional football club, facing the Suns at the region’s elite sports precinct, Shepparton Sports City. The match will also see Victory engage with local community clubs as the country’s biggest football Club descends on Greater Shepparton.
Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali, highlighted how significant this event is for the region and congratulated everyone who helped achieve this result.
“Our community has a proud football history. This is a huge coup for not only football fanatics to enjoy but for those who enjoy seeing elite sporting talent in our own backyard,” Cr Sali said.
“We are all very excited to see Melbourne Victory play against our own local talent. We pride ourselves on bringing world class events to our region, and this will be no exception. It will be a remarkable experience for our local aspiring footballers to witness some of the best players in Australia.”
Melbourne Victory Managing Director, Caroline Carnegie, said the match once again reaffirms Melbourne Victory’s commitment to representing all Victorians and bringing the world game to regional communities.
“We are thrilled to be working with the Greater Shepparton City Council to bring Melbourne Victory’s Men’s side to Shepparton. Melbourne Victory’s commitment to football in Victoria has been going strong for 20 seasons and the opportunity to bring the Club closer to football fans and players in regional areas is enormously important to us, as football citizens in this state and in our community,” she said.
“Shepparton Sports City is an elite, multi-sport facility that has hosted a range of A-League pre-season and AFC sanctioned matches and we’re looking forward to bringing Melbourne Victory’s A-League Men’s side there for the first time.”
Tatura will be looking to continue its charge towards the finals when it takes on Shepparton United.
The Demons can’t play finals after they dropped their game to the Swans in the second part of the split round.
That said, they will still be keen to finish the season with a couple of wins and to claim a scalp.
To this point in the season, the Demons have battled to beat the teams above them on the ladder.
Co-coach, Laura Cole continues to lead by example through the mid-court and she will look to her shooters Tamara Skinner and Diaz Barzen to try and put a winning score on the board.
Steph Gorrie and Julia Clarke were important in the win against Mansfield in the first part of the split round.
Playing coach, Elsie Boyer will be important for her team through the mid-court and if she can dictate the contest, it will allow the midcourters to feed the goalers to enable them to put the score on the board to defeat the Demons.
Tip: Tatura.
Seymour will be looking to make it two wins on the bounce and try to secure a place inside the top six.
The Lions are currently a game clear of the Swans in sixth and a win against the Bombers will put the pressure on the Swans to defeat the Bears to keep alive their season.
Kyabram has found it tough to get wins in 2024 and they suffered a heavy loss in the first part of the split round at Mooroopna.
That said, Abby Waasdorp, Isla Carver and Natasha Dodds never gave up and were the shining lights for the Bombers.
They will be important if the Bombers are to challenge the visiting Lions.
Ellie Fuhrmeister and Ruby Martin combine incredibly well in the ring, especially in a strong second half in the win over Benalla.
Eleisha Saunders and Bridie Cantwell were others to contribute to the strong win and if they can continue that good form to feed the goalers, then the Lions should walk away with the win and quite possibly their spot secured in the finals if other results fall their way.
Tip: Seymour.
MOOROOPNA V ROCHESTER
Mooroopna can lock in its place in the top two if it can overcome Rochester on its home courts.
The Cats sit at the top of the ladder with a 14-2 record and a strong percentage.
But they are likely to be missing two of their key players in Asha Gray and Dayna Williams after both were unable to finish the game against Mansfield.
They suffered ankle injuries and hopefully both have escaped major damage to avoid spending weeks out of the game.
Skipper and shooter, Ash Lancaster continued her strong form in the attacking arc for the Cats.
Jac Ball and Eliza Gesler played important foils for Lancaster when on the court.
They are likely to get more court in the absence of Gray and Williams.
The Tigers have been in much better form in recent weeks and that is largely to the work of shooters Tia Webb and Teal Hocking.
The duo has been in really strong form in the past month and they will challenge the Cats defensive third.
Ellie Cuttriss celebrated her 200th A grade game with the Tigers last Saturday.
Unfortunately, the Tigers went down to their arch rival Echuca.
She will be looking to play her role to try and feed the goalers to give the visitors a chance of causing an upset.
Tip: Mooroopna.
Euroa will be looking to get its season back on track after back-to-back losses that has left last year’s runner-up in third place at the start of the round.
A win for the Magpies will see them leap back into the top two and the box seat to secure the double chance heading into the final round of the home and away season on August 24.
The Bears defeated Euroa in a high-scoring arm wrestle in the first part of the split round.
No doubt the coaching group has had some time to fine tune what has gone wrong in the past two losses.
Sophie Owen, Mia Sudomirski and Eliza Hoare will be important to try and help the team
back onto the winners’ list.
I think the Saints will give a good account of themselves, but the depth of Euroa is what will prove the difference in the was-up.
Tip: Euroa.
The Shepparton Swans know what is at stake when it plays cross-town rival Shepparton.
Win and your season is still alive. Lose and your season is done.
This won’t be an easy task as the Bears are in really good form.
They beat Euroa in a high-scoring game in the first part of the split round.
The Swans will feel their best can take it to Shepparton.
They were able to end the Demons’ season with a win in the second part of the split round last Saturday.
And, the earlier season meeting at Princess Park was a win for the Swans by two goals.
Gabby Moore, Natasha Atkinson-Brown and Ella Cirillo were important in the 11-goal win over the Demons.
Hannah Crawley, Mackenzie and Keeley O’Dwyer coupled with shooter Kim Borger proved the standouts in what was a really good team win over the highly fancied Euroa.
It will take another team effort to get past the Swans, which I think they can achieve.
Tip: Shepparton.
Western Bulldogs premiership captain Easton Wood is loving how his former side has grown into the 2024 season.
The Dogs have won six of their last seven to roar into finals contention, with those victories coming at an average of 39.16 points - they’ve also beaten finals hopefuls Fremantle, Carton, Geelong, Sydney and Melbourne across that stretch.
With the Dogs flying, Wood was asked whether he sees similarities between this side and the one he led all the way to a famous premiership victory in 2016.
While Wood is excited by the club’s momentum, he thinks that this side is in better form than the 2016 Dogs at the same stage of the season - as they went 3-3 to end the home and away season - before going on an incredible September run.
“A few people have asked me, ‘Are we starting to see the same from 2016 with the current team?’,” Wood told SEN’s This is Your Journey.
“We weren’t going half as well at this time of the year. The boys at the moment are doing incredibly well.
“We just had a run in 2016 that took off across those last four games of the year.
“It’s very exciting, I’m very much looking forward to the boys securing their spot in the finals and seeing how far they can go.”
Wood was also asked if this recent stretch shows that premiership coach Luke Beveridge is still on top of his
game eight years on from the flag, despite the criticism he’s faced in recent campaigns.
“Of course it does,” Wood said.
“Look at what Rory does and Ed
“It’s just the dynamic nature of our midfield now with Ed, Adam Treloar and Marcus Bontempelli in
“Bevo deserves a hell of a lot of credit for seeing that, and I think
