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MOOROOPNA CUSTOMER SERVICE AWARD
Julian Carrillo at Woolworths Mooroopna has been named the Checkout Operator of the Year for the states of VIC/TAS.
Julian’s excellent service at the Mooroopna Woolies has seen him nominated at least once or twice a week on its rewards surveys. An achievement that is almost unheard of.
Julian will now go on to the national conference in Sydney where he is in the running for Woolworths National Checkout
Operator of the Year.
FOOD AND GROCERY DINNER
Committee for Greater Shepparton is holding a national industry forum, in conjunction with the Australian Food and Grocery Council.
Guest speakers will include executives from SPC, Noumi, Unilever, GO Farm, Redland Fruit, Shannon Pastoral Co. and Goodness Grown as well as keynote speaker AFGC CEO, Tanya Barden.
The key takeaway from this event – food and grocery production and manufacturing are our region’s engine room; meaning this
event is your chance to see what is driving the future for Australia’s food bowl.
Tuesday, September 3, from 3:30 pm, the program commences 4pm, at The Woolshed, Kialla.
EXTRA TRAIN SERVICES OFF THE RAILS
Minister for Public and Active Transport, Gabrielle Williams has confessed that Shepparton passengers will be forced to wait longer for additional services and extra trains.
In 2021 the now-Premier promised nine weekday return services between Shepparton and Melbourne would be running by 2023 as part of Stage 3 of the Shepparton line upgrade, but it is 2024 and the Stage 3 upgrade has still not been completed. Liberal Member for Northern Victoria, Wendy Lovell questioned the Minister in Parliament and was not happy with the response. “Delivery of the additional services is already 12 months overdue and today we learn that due to Labor’s incompetence, we may have to wait up to five additional years for the nine-weekday return rail services that Premier Allan promised would be delivered by 2023,” said Ms Lovell.
FRUIT GROWERS VICTORIA CONFERENCE
The FGV conference was held on Thursday, August 22 at the McIntosh Centre, Shepparton. The new venue allowed an
expanded trade display to show indoors and outdoors as well as cater for machinery displays and demonstrations of all sizes.
VALE BLACK CAVIAR
Nagambie-born thoroughbred racing champion Black Caviar sadly passed away on Saturday, August 17. The mare galloped into the hearts and minds of the nation as she went undefeated for 25 races, including 15 Group Ones, which is an Australian record. She was the 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013 WTRR World Champion Sprinter. Black Caviar was trained by Melbourne-based trainer Peter Moody and was 17 years old when she passed.
STADIUM BACKING
Mayor, Cr Shane Sali has committed to Greater Shepparton’s sports facilities, claiming, “It's one of our biggest priorities.” Due to the project being unachievable without State and Federal funding, Council have revised the Shepparton Sports and Events Centre project to be more achievable and affordable. Instead of the initial $60M design, they are proposing a staged approach starting with Stage 1 at an estimated $33M. Yesterday Council voted on the proposed staged approach at the August Council Meeting. More to follow.
CHECKOUT OPERATOR OF THE YEAR... Julian Carrillo at Woolworths Mooroopna
FRUIT GROWERS VICTORIA CONFERENCE... FGVL Chairman, Mitchell McNab with Parliamentary Secretary for Agriculture and Regional Development.
Rare Life Memberships awarded
LOCAL wine appreciation organisation, Shepparton Beefsteak and Burgundy Club recently awarded two new Life Memberships.
Dentist and wine enthusiast
Dr Chris Bell, who has held all major committee positions since he joined the organisation in 1989
was appointed a Life Member at the organisation’s annual general meeting in early August.
Also appointed a Life Member at the AGM was retired accountant, James Cloney. James has contributed to the club for many years as the treasurer.
The only other Life Membership
appointment since the club’s foundation in 1960 was to local doctor Roger Key. Roger continues to be an active member of the club.
The AGM also saw wine master of the club, Bob Shields retire after eight years of service.
The club is led by president Minn Innes-Iron.
BEEFSTEAK... At the recent Shepparton Beefsteak & Burgundy Club AGM were from left, club president, Minn Innes-Iron, new Life Member Chris Bell, Life Member, Roger Key and new Life Member, James Cloney. There have only been three Life Members appointed at the club since its foundation in 1960.
Local food hero seeks help
Car firm gets behind People Supporting People
By Aaron Cordy
ONE of Shepparton’s most generous hearts is in need of a little help, not that the man himself is asking.
The much-loved Azem Elmaz, whose generosity knows no bounds through his charity, People Supporting People (PSP), helps feed many vulnerable people in the community. With growing demand for Azem’s food support, his trusted old ute can no longer be trusted to make essential deliveries.
To ensure Azem can continue his work, local businessman Kamal Dhillon and Nationals’ Member for Shepparton District Kim O’Keeffe, along with PSP volunteers have organised a GoFundMe page to pay for a new van secured by the Shepparton LDV dealership.
The team at LDV have come in with a deal to make it easier to keep Azem on the road in far more reliable transport than his old ute and will pay for the signage.
“We always like to put back into the community. It's a good cause, we’re happy to contribute to our local community. I grew up in Shepp, so I feel that only the right thing
for a business to do, is put back into the local community and help people who are in need,” said Goulburn Motor Group general manager Jason Sherlock.
If you want to help Azem and People Supporting People continue making his food deliveries visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/ fundraiser-for-azem-people-supporting-people.
IT’S A NEW CAR... A GoFundMe page
Sherlock, Kim O’Keeffe
volunteer Will Clurey, volunteer Kiera Shaw, volunteer Peter Hampstead, Kamal Dhillon, Peter Dargue and Ian Martin. Photo: Aaron Cordy
Photo Geoff Adams.
Small businesses doing it tough in regional Victoria
Private sector competing with public sector
FEDERAL Member for Nicholls,
Sam Birrell MP gave a speech in Parliament last week to address the issues facing small businesses in the region.
“It's often been said that small business is the engine room of the economy. That's true. We could have a discussion about why that is,” said Mr Birrell.
“...The tragedy in Australia at
us are talking to our small-business communities. They are telling us that they're finding business very hard at the moment. We've got an inflationary environment, and that's making things tough. Input costs are up. One of the causes of this is government spending, and there's lower overall productivity in the economy. There's an expanded public sector taking key workers away from private enterprise. Input costs are up, especially energy. Gas and electricity are more expensive. Insurance is more expensive. In many cases, the infrastructure is
not keeping up. The road network is not doing what it needs to do to make sure small business, particularly in my area, can get its produce to where it needs to go.
“One of the things that is really frustrating the small businesses that I talk to is the industrial relations changes. The small businesses I talk to are really worried about the regulatory burden that this is going to put upon them. It's easier for a corporation to deal with that. They've got a huge HR department, and they can try and work through the morass of extra
legislation that exists as a result of the new government. Put yourself in the shoes of a small business that's got to try and work through all of that. It's really hard. They can't afford to hire big costly HR departments, so they've often got to be up really late doing that themselves. Also, flexibility is reduced with these new IR laws, particularly in relation to casual employees. That really hurts small businesses, who need that flexibility.
“...We're so risk averse, as a society, We're also worried about what the government's going to do to us, even if we make an innocent mistake. We spend so much on selfregulation now that it's tying us up in knots. It kills productivity. Productivity lifts profitability, and that lifts everyone's living standards. The policies we have seen from this government are not supporting that aim.”
Chamber Concert Series 2024
a successful Annual Concert, Goulburn Valley Concert Orchestra are pleased to present their 2024 series of Chamber Concerts. Supported by Riverlinks and our benefactors, these three concerts provide 60 minutes of
GVCO has many talented musicians, and many enjoy the opportunity to perform with smaller ensembles, duets, trios or accompanied solo performances. With these different configurations distributed across the three concerts, there is
The three consecutive Sunday concerts are on September 1, September 8 and September 15 at 2pm at Eastbank Centre, Welsford St, Shepparton.
CONCERT ORCHESTRA... The Goulburn Valley Concert Orchestra are pleased to present their 2024 series of Chamber Concerts. The three consecutive Sunday concerts are on September 1, September 8 and September 15 at 2pm at Eastbank Centre, Welsford St, Shepparton. Photo: Supplied
Northern Victorian Summit:
Region’s Water Future in Jeopardy
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CONVENED by the Goulburn Murray Irrigation District (GMID) Water Leadership Forum, the summit included the Premier of Victoria Jacinta Allan, the Victorian Minister for Water Harriet Shing, local government leaders, a spectrum of politicians and representatives from the agricultural and manufacturing sectors.
Key Concerns Raised:
Federal Basin Plan Changes: Frustration over the Federal Government’s return to an open tender purchase program, targeting Victorian irrigation districts while excluding NSW and South Australian districts.
Economic Impact: Negative economic impacts from the Federal Government’s approach, including increased system costs and threats to the nation’s biggest irrigation districts.
Community Exclusion: Concerns about the lack of good faith collaboration by Federal Water Minister Tanya Plibersek with Basin communities, undermining on-ground successes.
“It’s disappointing the Federal Government has gone back to an open tender purchase program in our community, unfairly targeting
Victorian irrigation districts. They are effectively reinstating methods that are proven to have negative economic impacts,” said Suzanna Sheed, Co-Chair of the GMID Water Leadership Forum.
“With a reduction in local growers, farmers, and irrigators, losses in regional manufacturing and processing jobs are the next to go. This will also affect regional education, health, finance, and corporate sectors,” said David McKenzie, joint Co- Chair of the GMID Water Leadership Forum.
Referencing the Ethos Urban Report prepared on the economic impacts of the Murray Darling Basin Plan on the Goulburn Murray Irrigation District, Mr. McKenzie pointed out that in a repeat of millennium drought conditions coupled with a 450 giga litre buyback the result could be a drying off of 45,000 hectares in the GMID with associated annual reductions in gross value of irrigated agriculture production of around $200 million in the GMID and $100 million in the Mallee.
The Premier of Victoria Jacinta Allan, in addressing the summit confirmed the Victorian Government stands with its northern Victorian communities and recognizing the harm that
GOULBURN MURRAY IRRIGATION DISTRICT (GMID) WATER LEADERSHIP FORUM... the summit included the Premier of Victoria Jacinta Allan, the Victorian Minister for Water Harriet Shing, local government leaders, a spectrum of politicians and representatives from the agricultural and manufacturing sectors. From left Leigh Findlay chair of Committee for Greater Shepparton, Stephen Schneider chair of Greater Shepparton Business Network, Premier Jacinta Allan, Linda Nieuwenhuizen CEO of Committee for Greater Shepparton, Suzanna Sheed Deputy Chair GMID Water Leadership Forum, David McKenzie Chair of GMID Water Leadership Forum and Charmaine Quick Managing Director Goulburn Murray Water. Photo: Supplied
would be done would ensure that a whole of government approach was taken which would include the Victorian portfolios of agriculture, regional development, jobs and skills and local government to address the negative impacts of implementation of the plan.
Both the Premier and the water minister stated they supported the call of the summit urging the Federal Government to abandon open tender buybacks and to collaborate in good faith and support water-saving projects that have neutral or positive socio- economic outcomes.”
Those attending the summit overwhelmingly supported the following resolutions:
Collaboration: Call for the Federal Minister for Water and Environment to collaborate in
Good vibes and bike rides
THE 14th annual Tatura 200 Charity Bike Ride & Walk will return this November. Rides cater for all levels of fitness, from the shorter 25km to the longer 100km ride. Keen riders can challenge themselves to the 200km trek, or there is a 10km walking trail through the heart of Tatura for those not wanting to get on the bike. The familyfriendly charity event will be held on Saturday, November 16, and will take off from the Tatura Italian Social Club on Martin Street at 7am for the 100km and 200km rides, and 10.30am for the walk and 25km ride.
The Tat200 has raised over $1,000,000 for local charity organisations and community groups since its inception in 2008. Tickets for the 2024 Tatura 200 Charity Bike Ride & Walk are now available to purchase, with early bird tickets closing on Monday, September 2- purchase now to get a jersey/shirt included with your ticket (family tickets not included.) Gather your family and friends - head on over to www.tatura200.com.au to secure your tickets. Plenty of posts and event information available on their Facebook and Instagram pages so give them a follow.
good faith with the Victorian Government and northern Victorian communities as outlined in the Victorian prospectus.
Exclusion from Buybacks: Ensure Victorian irrigation districts are excluded from current and future EOI buybacks.
R eset Relationship: Actively reset the relationship with northern Victorian communities to meet Basin Plan outcomes without sacrificing socio-economic stability thereby ensuring a continued viable irrigation footprint for food production.
Whole-of-Government Response: Urge the Victorian Government to deliver a comprehensive hall-of-government response to support irrigationdependent communities.
BIKE RIDE... The Tatura 200 Charity Bike Ride & Walk will return this November. Keen riders can challenge themselves to the 200km trek, or there is a 10km walking trail through the heart of Tatura for those not wanting to get on the bike. Photo: Supplied
Thieves target local businesses
DESPITE these recent break-ins, Shepparton Police have reported a decline in burglaries and thefts in Greater Shepparton over the last few years.
“We are pleased to report that burglaries and thefts in Greater Shepparton have decreased by more than 20% compared to preCOVID levels,” said Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Shortis of the Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit.
“However, when incidents do occur, detectives from
the Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit are committed to thoroughly investigating and ensuring those responsible are held accountable.
“One example is the recent arrest of a 28-year-old Shepparton man following an alleged break-in at a Tatura supermarket on Tuesday, August 6, where money was stolen from an ATM. The man was charged with aggravated burglary, theft, and 12 other offences related to separate incidents.
“We understand that offenders often seek opportunistic ways to steal valuables, such as checking homes and cars until they find one that is unlocked.
“Therefore, we strongly advise the community to take simple home security measures, such as locking all windows and doors, as this significantly reduces the likelihood of a burglary.”
It's a timely reminder for everyone to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the police immediately.
Meta’s claims about news on facebook revealed as fake news
IN the first half of 2024, one-third of Australians accessed Facebook for news, a new study reveals. The finding contradicts Meta’s long-standing assertion that news content is a minor part of the Facebook experience for most Australian users.
Meta has previously used this claim to justify its decision to abandon commercial agreements with local publishers. The implications of this are significant for the local journalism landscape, especially for the more than 230 newspapers who are part of Country Press Australia, the association representing the interests of regional and rural newspapers across the country.
The research emphasises the essential role that news media plays in Australia, particularly how regional newspapers contribute to offering balanced and precise news coverage.
More than 40 per cent of Australians cited news access as a key motivator for their daily social media activity, with
this tendency more noticeable among Gen Z and millennials at 60 per cent and 53 per cent, respectively.
Country Press Australia President and Warragul & Drouin Gazette publisher Andrew Schreyer said there were significant industry challenges ahead, and forecast potential closures of up to 50 member outlets as current agreements under the News Media Bargaining Code with Meta near their expiration.
The study also found that while overall Facebook usage is waning, half of the Australians still turn to social media for news, with 25 per cent using it as their primary news source.
These findings starkly contradict Meta's position that news is a minimal component of the content seen by Australians on its platforms, which Meta claimed represents less than three per cent of the total. This study, initiated by News Corp and conducted by Dynata, refutes those statements.
This research release aligns with the media industry's wait on the Albanese government's decision regarding Meta’s obligations under the News Media Bargaining Code, which might compel Meta to negotiate compensation for content with news providers. Meta has threatened to block Australian news content should these costs be enforced.
In an article published in The Australian on Monday, News Corp Australasia executive chairman Michael Miller expressed concerns over Meta's threats to remove news content, potentially replacing it with less reliable sources. He also criticised Meta for its lack of accountability.
The study shows strong public support for social media responsibility, with 85 per cent of Australians agreeing that platforms should prevent the spread of false or harmful information. Without trustworthy journalism, 66 per cent believe the societal impact would be negative, anticipating increases in
misinformation and decreased media diversity.
Mr Miller highlighted the significant impact these findings have on public understanding and the obligations of large tech companies, criticising Meta for avoiding transparency. This analysis of 2,500 Australians confirms the integral role of social media in their news consumption habits, countering Meta’s underestimations of news relevance on its platform, and exposing the misleading nature of its claims.
Mr Schreyer further highlighted the implications for democracy.
"Democracy in areas without local news is lost. Who is going to stand up to a council decision that doesn’t meet the pub test? Who is going to shine a light on issues when people don’t have a big enough voice to get their message out?
“The research underscores the vital role that regional newspapers play in providing accurate and diverse perspectives.
“As Australians show a growing dissatisfaction with Meta, the study reaffirms the importance of maintaining a strong and independent local press to ensure accountability and transparency within communities.”
Two years ago, Prime brothers started their detailing business in North Shepparton doing interior and exterior detailing of commercial and domestic vehicles. In that time, they have made a name for themselves delivering extraordinary expertise and customer care adding new services to their offerings which include: Put a genuine smile on Dad’s face this Father’s Day and give his car a shiny makeover!
Book your Dad’s car in or arrange a voucher to really make his day.
COUNCIL IS ASKING FOR COMMUNITY INPUT AND YOUR THOUGHTS MATTER!
Conversations have commenced for the Council Plan 2025 – 2029 and we need the community’s help to set priorities and focus areas for the next four years.
We want to hear from those who live, work and play in the Greater Shepparton area and it’s as simple as participating in an online survey. Scan the QR code or visit shaping.greatershepparton.com.au
A reasonably new option to detailing in the region, the brothers also deliver Prime Time Blackouts/Chrome delete, which changes the chrome on the vehicle to black or any other colour requested with the brothers saying they’ve recently customised a client’s chrome to green, with startling effect. Turning heads with their dedicated service, Prime Brothers are proud to be adding a shine of excellence to the region, they appreciate the support of the local community and are committed to supplying quality work in return. Prime Time Blackouts/Chrome Delete Exterior and Interior Detailing Window Tinting Mirrors Wrapped Vehicle Modifications Custom Signage + Much More
FAKE NEWS... Country Press Australia president Andrew Schreyer shares his view regarding Meta and its misleading claims Australians do not use Facebook. Photo: Supplied
Free Education Resources
Sam BIRRELL MP
Our children’s education is important to us all and that’s why I have created some new free resources. I now have a Map of the World and Periodic Table of Elements posters available. When I was young there was nothing I loved more than staring at a map and wondering where I could go and with a background in agriculture, I know how important science is in everyday life.
I also have copies of Times Tables and Alphabet Charts. Copies of the charts are available to collect from my Shepparton office or send an email to sam.birrell.mp@aph.gov.au and I’ll post you a copy.
The Proof is in the Peaches
I’ve been in Canberra promoting the importance of Australian-made food and manufacturing. I decided to put our locally grown, clean, healthy produce to the test and called on other politicians to participate in a taste test. The blind tasting was between a peach snack pack from China and our great Australian peach snack packs. It was no surprise the results, as people continued to say the Australian-grown peaches not only taste better but actually taste like real peaches. I won’t stop telling everyone the importance of our food bowl and the amazing products and jobs it creates.
Shepparton Adviser
55.2 Million copies of The Adviser delivered...
The cost of living continues to have huge impact on families, individuals and businesses across our region. Recently, I brought Shadow Minister for Finance, Senator Jane Hume to Shepparton to meet with charity service providers from across our region to hear what they need from governments to support people in need. Demand for services continues to soar as people struggle to keep up with interest rates, affordable housing, energy bills and groceries.
I also introduced Senator Hume to a number of small and medium business owners. It was fascinating to hear insights from business owners across our region. Private enterprise, especially small and medium businesses, are what make Australia tick and governments ignore this at the nation’s peril. Political leaders need to listen to the people at the coal face of business in Australia and that is exactly what Senator Hume has been doing around Australia.
Make Father’s Day a triumphant one
MAKE this Father’s Day celebration an unforgettable one for the special man in your life with Kialla Cellarbrations, winner of the 2024 IBA awards. As the warmer weather and AFL Finals approach now is the time to take advantage of their irresistible specials and exciting promotions.
Wild Turkey Masters Keep Triumph has just arrived in store. This limited release would be
the perfect gift for Father's Day. "We boast the best range of spirits in town and offer great pricing for unmatched value. We house the biggest cool room in Shepparton," said store manager Adrian Lakeman.
Their friendly team will make sure to provide top-notch customer service, and as Father’s Day and finals footy ensue, Kialla Cellarbrations encourages everyone to drink responsibly. Conveniently located with ample parking, Kialla Cellarbrations ensures a seamless shopping experience.
Agribusiness super event at Henty
$200M worth of agricultural machinery and products showcased
SOUTHERN Australia’s Biggest agricultural event, the Henty Machinery Field Days (HMFD), is back from Tuesday to Thursday, September 17-19. The three-day event is expected to be bigger than ever with a program full of the latest agricultural equipment and technology, plus entertainment for the whole family.
“The event has a proud heritage and the HMFD Co-operative has never lost sight of the primary reason for its existence – to showcase the agricultural industry, and the very latest in new and emerging agricultural technology,” HMFD CEO Belinda Anderson said.
This year’s field days will have all the usual attractions including the prestigious Henty Machine of the Year Award, the working sheep dog trials, Country Lifestyle pavilion, Farm Gate Produce Area, Baker Seeds agronomy trials, helicopter joy rides, live entertainment, the Natural Fibre Fashion Awards and vintage farm machinery display. Gates open from 8am to 5pm. Tickets can be purchased at the gate or online, adults $30(cash), children under 17 years $10(cash), children under 12 are free. For more information visit www.hmfd.com.au.
"For more specials head to Kialla Cellarbrations’ Facebook page. Kialla Cellarbrations is located at Riverside Plaza, Shop 22c/8025 Goulburn Valley Hwy, Kialla VIC, (03) 8657 0694.
GOING TO THE HENTY FIELD DAYS... The Henty Machinery Field Days are back this September. This year’s field days will have all the usual attractions including the prestigious Henty Machine of the Year Award and much more. Photo: Supplied
FATHER’S DAY... Kialla Cellarbrations Team member
Emily has loads of goodies available
Be$t $crap Yard in $hepp
WHETHER you are an individual, a farmer looking to clean up your property, or a business or corporation looking for resource recovery and recycling, Future Recycling Shepparton will take care of you professionally and competitively.
Future Recycling can take all sorts of scrap metals and machinery from steel, copper, brass, aluminium, stainless steel, lead, batteries, solar panels and any other metals.
They accept all scrap metals in any weight or quantity at their recycling facility in Shepparton and can arrange collection or a regular bin service if required. A continuous improvement attitude to site development and service means they offer industry-leading services as well as the best value for your scrap
All payments are processed on the spot, with no need to leave bank account details, complete transparent process and accurate
quotes with correct weights via their publicly registered Weighbridge.
Future Recycling really is the BE$T $CRAP YARD IN $HEPP…
Chippery taking orders
IF you are looking for a mouthwatering lunch or dinner for the family that is quick and easy on the go, Solar Seafood on Corio Street has opened its fish and chippery.
Owners Jamal Chkhadeim and Villa Rajamanickam are excited to have all the fish and chip staples back on the menu with couple's packs, meals for two and a family pack for your convenience. You can call in for take away or you can even dine in and enjoy some
time with the family.
Don’t forget Solar Seafoods’ fresh range of seafood can be found six days a week.
Solar Seafoods has new opening hours, from Monday-Saturday 9am to 5pm. Their Chippery hours are Monday-Wednesday 11.30am to 6.30pm, Thursday-Saturday 11.30am to 8.30pm and closed on Sunday. You can still find them at 198A Corio Street Shepparton. You can call them on (03) 5831 1542 or follow them on Facebook.
INNOVATIVE LEADERS IN THEIR FIELD…
Future Recycling is a Victorian owned and carbon-neutral leader in resource recovery and metal recycling. Pictured from left, Mick Argentino, Chris Argentino, Peter Nolan and Shepparton branch manager Daniel Thewma. Photo: Adviser
To find out more about the services provided by Future Recycling, call 03 5821 7876, or visit www.futurerecycling.com.au.
BURGLARY IN
LEMNOS
Shepparton Crime Investigation Unit
detectives are investigating a burglary in Lemnos on Wednesday, August 21.
It is understood two offenders entered a business premises on Lemnos North Road, Lemnos at about 12am.
The thieves stole power tools from inside the business worth around $15,000.
STAY FRESH... As well as offering some of the tastiest fish and chips around, Solar Seafoods’ fresh range of seafood can be found six days a week. From left are Solar Seafoods owners Jamal and Villa and team member Michael. Photo by: Emma Harrop
Major business awards launched
GREATER Shepparton Business Network officially launched the 2024 SPC Business Excellence Awards last Wednesday, August 21.
The premier business awards aim to highlight individuals, businesses, and organisations who have shown exceptional service in the Greater Shepparton business community. Local business representatives from all over the region joined in the celebration, with several award sponsors and past winners also in attendance.
nominate/ to recommend the local business,
Nominations for the awards are now open. Visit https://www.sheppartonchamber.com.au/ nominate/ to recommend the local business, individual, or organisation for providing excellent service. For further information call GSBN on 0407503886, or visit www.gsbn.net.au
business owners, operators and community will come together for a day of learning, inspiration and collaboration at the inaugural Destination Goulburn Valley Summit - Building Momentum For Our Future on 4 September 2024.
and network with thought leaders, industry experts and your peers to explore growth opportunities for both your business and our region’s shared visitor economy.
A warehouse full of promotions for Father’s Day
THERE is one store that makes it super easy to find Father’s Day gifts, with a huge range of drinks for the most hard-to-buy-for, special men in your life.
Bottle-O Warehouse has ample parking and an expert team who can help you find the perfect gift for any father figure in your life. With exclusive independent brands on offer, there is something to quench dad’s thirst, at prices hard to beat, so head on in and see what’s on offer.
They also have a generous rewards program via their app, which allows members to enjoy exclusive prices and special offers, and the ability to earn dollars off your next purchase. You can also win some amazing prizes with their Scratch & Win promotion that doesn’t even require a purchase to enter. There are $250k in gift cards to be won instantly as well as 4 major prizes including five nights in Kentucky USA.
Bottle-O Warehouse is open until 11pm every night on the corner of High Street and St Georges Road, Shepparton. For further enquiries, give the friendly team a call on 5831 3833.
GIFT IDEAS... Bottle-O Warehouse makes it super easy to find Father’s Day gifts, with
Photo by: Emma Harrop
Pictured from left are Tania Lucas from Noumi, and Tracy Toy and Kaitlin Smith from are-able. Photo
Pictured from left is Elizabeth Capp and Katie Taylor from La Trobe University and Mark Depaola from Graham Hill Eyecare. Photo by: Emma Harrop
Pictured is SPC CEO Neil Brimacombe who gave a speech at the event. Photo by: Emma Harrop
Pictured from left is Greater Shepparton Business Network vice president Wayne Sutton, Greater Shepparton Business Network board member Vince Gagliardi, Greater Shepparton Business Network president Stephen Schneider, Great Shepparton City Council Mayor, Cr, Shane Sali, SPC CEO Neil Brimacombe, Greater Shepparton Business Network board members Michaela Sargeant and Jac McCarty, Dean from SPC and Greater Shepparton Business Network vice president Simon Quattrocchi. Photo by: Emma Harrop by: Emma Harrop
Maintenance –Boilermaker (Tatura Abattoirs)
We are currently seeking a suitable person to fill
a fulltime position n our maintenance team.
Duties included are:
• Day to day plant maintenance
• Preventive, breakdown maintenance
• Able to work unsuper vised
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All applicants to email resumes to Justin@gathercole.com.au or in person at Tatura Abattoirs, 56-60 Martin Street, Tatura, Vic, 3616.
VT Market Co-ordinator
VACANCY
The Violet Town Action Group (VTAG) requires a Market Coordinator, for the Violet Town Community Market preferably to commence training towards the end of this year with the current Co-ordinator and to have full control from the January Market onwards.
This position is approx. 80 hours per month, including at least 8 to 9 hours on market day, the second Saturday of each month.
The co-ordinator is the public face of the Violet Town Community Market.
We are looking for a positive, friendly, and flexible person for this key role who has a commitment to Violet Town as a community and has demonstrated:
•High level interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service, relationship building and conflict resolution.
•Excellent organisational and time management skills required for event management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience with the use of social media as a promotional tool
•Sound computer skills, and the ability to learn a new program used by the market for bookings
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Experience in event management is desirable. Applicants should email the Chairperson of the Market at: vtmarketchair@violettown.org.au for a job description and remuneration. Applications to be emailed to vtmarketchair@violettown.org.au
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Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990 – Section 15(5)
1.Name and address of applicant(s): Dart Mining NL C/-PO Box 563, East Maitland NSW 2323
2.Contact details of applicant (for map and other information requests): Belinda Ingram, Authorised Agent (as employee of Australian Mining & Exploration Title Services) Mobile: 0428 158 374. Email: vic@amets. com.au
3.Applicant’s Website (see notes) Further information about this application is available at the following websites: www.amets.com.au/victoria-tenements/ and www.earthresources.vic.gov.au/ licenceapplications
4.Details of the application: Application number: EL008542
Locality of the land to which the applicationrelates: 1.2km south west of Rushworth, 29km west of the Goulburn Valley Highway, 16km south of Stanhope. Approximate area of the application (GraticularSections): 2
Date of the application: 7 August 2024
Term the licences are applied for: 5 years Outline of the proposed programs of
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5.Objections and Comments:
work: Desktop studies, reconnaissance mapping, low-impact drilling, community engagement, bulk-sampling, metallurgical & environmental studies, resource estimation.
Any person may object or comment to a licence being granted. (Sections 24 and 24A, Mineral Resources (Sustainable Development) Act 1990).
A person who objects or comments must: a.put the objection or comment in writing; and b.include the grounds on which it is made.
All objections or comments must be lodged within 21 days after the latest date on which the application was advertised and can be lodged online or posted to:
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It is recommended that objections or comments are lodged online at https://rram-vic-gov.my.site.com/ ObjectionSubmission to ensure timely consideration.
Enquiries can be made by writing to the Manager Licensing at the above address or by phoning the Earth Resources Information Centre on 136 186.
6. Other information:
a. Subject to other
an exploration licence, if granted, entitles the holder of the licence to explore and search for minerals in the relevant land, but does not entitle the holder to undertake mining.
b.Further information regarding the requirements that must be complied with prior to work being undertaken is available on the department’s ‘Community and land use page: https://resources.vic. gov.au/community-andland-use.
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ECHUCA V SHEPPARTON
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will be doing their best to get to the second week of finals at the very least after strong finals series in 2022 and 2023. Rochester did enough to get past Shepparton United at Deakin Reserve in round 18 and I think coach Ash Watson would be very disappointed if his team didn’t at least win a final.
The moment of truth has arrived for the Shepparton Football Club. They have earnt first crack at Echuca after finishing the home and away season with 17 wins. They have had the one blemish. Echuca at Echuca in the middle of June when they lost by nearly 12 goals.
And, the scary thing is that the reigning premier had at least half-a-dozen players missing from the team that took care of business on that day.
The Bears were down a couple of good soldiers as well.
It will be interesting to see what the Bears have learnt from that day and how they adjust.
And, Echuca’s only blemish came in the first half of the year to Rochester. Since then, they haven’t put a foot wrong and appear every bit as hungry as last year.
I truly believe that the Bears are playing well enough to make a better fist of this match-up than the June match.
Luke Smith was outstanding in round 18, with his six goals one of his best hauls for the season.
Ruckman Ashley Holland continues to press his case to claim the league’s highest individual honour.
He will be looking to feed his midfield group to ensure the forwards get the supply to kick a winning score.
Tyler Larkin, Mitchell Brett, Xavier Stevenson and Trent Herbert will be looking to put their best forward to give the Bears a big show of booking a second semi-final spot.
Win a final and the Tigers will play at least two more finals as they will move into the second semi-final showdown with a win over the Pies.
Douglas Wren, Ryan O'Keefe, Mitchell Trewhella, Adam McPhee and Hamish Heine will be desperate to lead the way for the Tigers and help them into the major semifinal that would see them play for a spot in the grand-final against the winner of the Echuca versus Shepparton qualifying final. I am leaning towards the Tigers, but do believe this will be a really close game. Tip: Rochester.
MOOROOPNA V KYABRAM
This is going to be an interesting matchup under the lights of Mooroopna.
The Cats will be looking to turn the tables after losing to the Bombers at Mooroopna a few weeks ago.
And, they will be strengthened up by the return of Keelin Betson, Bryce Rutherford, Jack Lear, Dom Gugliotti, Coby James and Isaac Dowling. These players all missed the match at Kings Park, Seymour where the Cats went down in round 18.
William Bella, Ben Hicks, Toby Williams, MacKenzie Calleja and Jed Woods will be looking to continue their good form for the Cats while coach John Lamont will be looking to some of his youngsters – in particular Caden Ratcliffe, Oscar Emanuelli and Xavier Chandler to provide a little bit of run and X-factor.
Bailey Tome, Brad Whitford, Joshua Dillon, Anthony DePasquale and Kaine Herbert will be important for the Bombers.
Stevenson and Ted Lindon know that it will take 21 players to all buy in and contribute to be a chance to go the distance with Echuca. Benjamin Reid, Samuel Reid, Jack McHale, Jack Evans, Sam Willoughby and Cam Valentine were some of the key contributors in the ruthless display that saw the reigning premier pile on 11 last quarter goals to run out 15-goal winners.
In a further positive for the Murray Bombers, they had 14 different goal-kickers pile on the big score at Princess Park.
For me, until they get beaten, I won’t be tipping against them.
So, with that I think Echuca will be the first team into the second semi-final. Tip: Echuca.
ROCHESTER V EUROA
This will be an intriguing match-up.
It will be interesting to see how this pans out as neither team is playing great football.
Euroa has won one its last four games, defeating Benalla in round 17 to officially lock its place in the finals while Rochester has won two of its last four games, noting it lost one of those after the siren at Mooroopna in round 17.
I am not sure what to expect, but both teams will be desperate to put their best foot forward, knowing if they don’t the season will be over.
The Pies come into this contest off the back of a defeat to Mansfield and Andrew Bell, Lachlan
Jason Morgan will be important for the Bombers to play that intercepting role to set up things from the back half.
The Bombers qualifying for the finals is a big win for them.
Many pundits outside of Kyabram thought this might struggle to play finals after some off-season departures post the grand final loss in 2023. But they have proven everyone wrong and they will be coming to Mooroopna expecting to win and get through to the second week of the finals.
This will come down to which team can take their opportunities when they have the momentum.
I like the form of the Bombers even though they lost their round 18 clash with Shepparton. I sense this could go to the wire and the winner will be the team that handles the conditions better.
For me this is a real flip of the coin but I think the form of Kyabram is slightly better, so I am going for them to win. Tip: Kyabram.
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Round 24 taught us plenty about the AFL.
The final round of the home and away season saw 10 teams play for the final time, while the final day was full of drama and intrigue as the top eight was locked in!
With that in mind, here’s what we learned from the weekend’s footy.
That’s an almighty choke from Fremantle
While the heat looked like it was set to fall on Carlton, the Blues proved how important banking early season wins are after qualifying for finals despite losing six of their last eight.
The team that had the chance to knock them out in the season’s final game was Fremantle, who just couldn’t get the job done at home against Port Adelaide despite having the round set up for them perfectly … they just couldn’t land the final blow.
Like the Blues, the Dockers finished 2024 in some poor form, dropping their last four and five of their last seven to drop all the way to 10th.
In Round 20, the Dockers were two points clear in third and equal with second. It’s been a genuine free fall from a team many had high hopes for.
Sunday’s game showed how poor the Dockers can be with ball in hand with skill areas and a lack of cleanliness at ground level costing them.
While they’re still a young side with plenty of upside, season 2024 should be remembered as an absolute failure at Fremantle given how bad their last month has been.
They’ll hope it doesn’t continue in
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THE BIG TALKING POINTS AND QUESTIONS OUT OF ROUND 24
2025.
The Bulldogs are maturing and that might be the missing piece to the premiership puzzle
The Bulldogs put in a clinical and professional performance on Sunday against GWS in Ballarat, booking their finals place with a 98-61 win.
The victory came off the back of playing the conditions to perfection while applying pressure at the contest.
It was a victory that proved that the Dogs are a mature side that doesn’t succumb to pressure, and we haven’t been able to say that about them in recent years.
Just in 2023 alone they lost five of their last eight to miss finals by
a mere two premiership points. If they had only beaten West Coastwho finished dead last - at home in Round 23, they would have played in September.
The story with this side previously was that they were a team capable of great highs but also dark lows - and that could have been down to a sense of immaturity.
Well, in the back half of 2024, they appear to have turned a corner, winning eight out of their last 10 including the most important one on Sunday without ever truly extending themselves.
It’s a scary sign for opposition clubs heading into September. We always knew the Dogs were capable, and they might finally be matching
talent with output and execution at the perfect time.
Just as we were getting excited for the 2024 Brownlow count, the stakes went up again in Round 24
What a round of footy from the competition’s elite.
No one would argue with you if you said that your top five for this year’s Brownlow count included Patrick Cripps, Nick Daicos, Lachie Neale, Marcus Bontempelli and Zach Merrett and all five of those went bang in the final home and away round of the season.
Daicos got things going on Friday with 40 disposals and two goals against Melbourne before Neale (one goal, 40 disposals) and Merrett (one goal, 37 disposals) went head-tohead at the Gabba.
Sunday saw Bontempelli lift in a huge game with 11 clearances, a goal and 22 touches before Cripps did literally everything he could in the tight loss to the Saints with 30 touches, nine tackles and eight clearances despite copping some close attention all day.
In what was already set up to be a tight count, all of the contenders have hit the line brilliantly which will set up some serious intrigue and excitement come Monday, September 23.
Young Pie shows that he’s up to the level
Collingwood fans would have been thrilled by the performance of Ed Allan in his second AFL game on Friday night.
The former first-round pick has been impressing in the VFL after moving into an inside midfield role and in his first game at the top level on ball, Allan collected 21 disposals,
six tackles, nine score involvements and a goal.
While it wasn’t against a fullstrength Melbourne on-ball unit, it’s a performance that will fill the 20-yearold with some serious confidence that he can be a big player for his club in 2025.
Standing at 194cm with some serious athletic and running traits, perhaps he’ll turn into the big body that can help superstar Nick Daicos around the contest.
It’s only the first step for him, but there’s no doubt that there could be a player there given his physical profile.
It’s a big week for Sydney’s selection committee
Minor premiers Sydney will have a big selection squeeze ahead of them. With a home Qualifying Final locked in against GWS, the Swans will be bolstered by some impressive names for the big clash including Tom Papley, Isaac Heeney and potentially Justin McInerney as well. As all of those names are locks for selection, at least two Swans will have to make way - and it probably won’t be Luke Parker who misses out after he kicked three goals to go with 19 disposals in Saturday’s win over Adelaide.
Taylor Adams could be the unlucky one to miss out just one year after cruelly being denied a chance to win a premiership due to injury, while Caiden Cleary, Robbie Fox and Matt Roberts could also be feeling a little nervous.
It’s a great spot for the Swans to find themselves in, but there’s no doubt a couple of hard calls are coming.
Couldn’t get it done: Andrew Brayshaw (right) of the Dockers reacts after being defeated during the AFL Round 24 match against Port Adelaide Power at Optus Stadium. Photo: RICHARD WAINWRIGHT/AAP IMAGE
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