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Issue 9 • October 2016

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FINDING A MOMENT FOR ME Chardonnay in hand I relaxed back onto the sofa, my mind spinning with all I had achieved that week. Work had flown by in what felt like a matter of seconds, and the weekend in a frenzy of wedding appointments and socialising. In this moment I realised how busy the modern woman truly is, and how essential it is for a moment of ME time.

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In just one week I had worn the hats of magazine editor and feature writer by day; then personal chef, housekeeper, wedding planner, counsellor, party queen, wifey and professional stress-bunny by night. It was no wonder I was exhausted! It made me think about how busy we all are and how much we all achieve, and the need for a helping hand in our quest for fabulousness. As we look to style our latest vignettes, create a gourmet meal, whip our winter booties into summer shape, and reinvigorate our wardrobes — we want to find our inspiration all in the one spot. This is exactly what we have achieved with the latest edition of ME — a beautiful magazine brimming with inspiration and information, all under the one glossy cover.

We have revamped the magazine to better suit the diverse interests of Ms Fabulous — from fashion, hair and beauty to lifestyle and expert advice, food, wine and wellbeing. Our cherished content about local women battling breast cancer will remain, with this edition coinciding with the annual Shepparton News Pink Ribbon Brunch on Sunday, October 23. A complimentary copy will be gifted to each of the 732 lucky women attending. So this weekend, curl up with a wine and this vibrant edition — enjoying a moment just for you. Happy ME time! — Damita Lamont, Editor

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ENTERTAINING:

Trekking the Kokoda trail

Summer entertaining sorted

Escaping conflict in the Congo

Wow your guests

Female leadership at Rotary

Wine reviews

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STREET STYLE: Edgy summer looks

Trusty tips for travel

Focus on wealth

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Whole body approach

Superannuation strategies

Driving women in a new direction

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Caring for kids’ feet

Love the look

Looking after your family’s eyesight

Indulge me

The secret life of vets

Design inspirations for spring

Ride to health

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Health and human rights advocate

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Role of breast care nurses Michelle lives her dream to help others

Picking up the pace for research Breast cancer awareness tips

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HER PASSION SHINEA SALI HAD A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE ON THE GOLD COAST AND HAS BROUGHT HER NEW-FOUND WISDOM BACK WITH HER TO HER HOME TOWN OF SHEPPARTON. SHE HOPES TO INSPIRE A PASSION FOR HEALTH AND FITNESS, AND IGNITE CHANGE, IN THE LIVES OF GOULBURN VALLEY WOMEN. STORY: TAYLAH BURROWS PICTURES: RAY SIZER AND HOLLY CURTIS

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hinea Sali is endeavouring to change women’s attitudes towards health and fitness.

During her time living on the Gold Coast, Shinea found the energy surrounding keeping active to be positive and buzzing. A chance opportunity to return to her home town of Shepparton has allowed her to share her new passions with others. Last year, the 24-year-old and her husband Nathan welcomed their first child into the world, a daughter named Porsha, and decided the distance between them and their families was too great, sparking a move back to Victoria. Since returning to Shepparton, Shinea said she had noticed many misconceptions surrounding active living and said she wanted to dispel them. In the past six months she has established herself as a group fitness instructor running three classes a day, typically four days a week. The classes originally began as a mums and bubs group, but by word of mouth have expanded to include all women, with the daytime classes remaining child-friendly.

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“I want the vibe to be fun and enjoyable. They (the women) are getting a good workout and results,” Shinea said. It’s not an easy task to balance her career, classes, daughter and marriage and Shinea acknowledges the support she receives from family and friends. “It can get hard at times, but my mum and my mother-in-law both help,” she said. “My husband pushes me to keep going. He’s really good and supportive. “I’ve got one other personal trainer on board, Amy Georgopoulos, so she takes two classes a week and that gives me a day off to spend with Porsha and make dinner for Nathan and spend time with him.” It was also while living on the Gold Coast that Shinea met Ashy Bines, a health and fitness entrepreneur who continues to inspire Shinea to follow her new career path in training and group exercise. “She’s definitely a role model. She’s a mum, a trainer and a business owner and she’s just a great all-round friend,” Shinea said. “She’s very encouraging. She always pushes me to keep going and try new things.” Shinea has a lot planned for the future,

including an eight-week boot camp, a new gym location and her own active-wear line. However, it’s the focus on inspiring women to be the best they can be that is driving Shinea and her career. She does not take her goals lightly. She said she hoped she could be a role model for other women, but mostly for her daughter. “After I had Porsha I was so uncomfortable, so I decided health was going to be a big thing and my passion grew from there,” Shinea said. “I want to keep her (Porsha) healthy and clean eating. “She loves coming out to the gym with me. I’ve always said I wanted her to fit into my lifestyle.” Shinea encouraged women who were thinking about beginning a new healthy lifestyle not to be scared to take the first step. “Do it with positive people surrounding you, people that will encourage and support you,” she said. n

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Shinea Sali running the first of her boot camp sessions.

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THROUGH STUDY "ALMOST EVERY SUCCESSFUL PERSON BEGINS WITH TWO BELIEFS: THE FUTURE CAN BE BETTER THAN THE PRESENT, AND I HAVE THE POWER TO MAKE IT SO.” — DAVID BROOKS

Re-entering the workforce in a new capacity can be overwhelming for mothers who have had a long break, but with willpower and knowledge, taking the first step back into study can lead to a new, exciting journey. Shepparton mother-of-two Lyndal McGowan realised her dream of working with children by returning to study. While helping out in her children’s classes at school, Ms McGowan, who had spent 16 years in the health industry, discovered she had a passion for working with children. After completing Certificate IV in Education Support with GOTAFE, Ms McGowan volunteered at local primary and secondary schools until she secured a part-time position at St George’s Rd Primary School. “My overarching goal was to learn how to best support children in the school setting, taking into account the individual needs of each student,” Lyndal said. “I have certainly achieved that aim.” Lyndal believes in life-long learning and, although she admitted it was challenging when she and her husband were both juggling study, work and a family, it was worth the effort. “My confidence, resilience and self-reliance have all been given a huge boost as a result of taking on a new challenge, overcoming my fears and successfully juggling study while managing my family commitments,” she said. “My most important life’s work is in parenting my two young children, a role I throw my heart and soul into. I passionately believe children are worth investing in.” Lyndal’s GOTAFE Trainer Jo Fasano nominated her for the Outstanding Community Services Student Award along with the VTA Vocational Student of the Year Award. “As part of her studies, Lyndal created an exceptional website designed to share information with education support employees surrounding the topic of autism,” Jo said. GOTAFE supports and encourages people at any stage of life to grow and challenge themselves through further study.

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AN 11 DAY TREK THROUGH THE TREACHEROUS JUNGLE OF PAPUA NEW GUINEA ALLOWED JOSIE CATANESE AND LOU WERESZCZUK TO LEARN ABOUT IMPORTANT NATIONAL HISTORY, AND THEMSELVES, ALONG THE WAY. STORY: EMMA CARINCI Josie Catanese, Lou Wereszczuk and Jackie Kerrins take in one of the 2016 villages. OCTOBER | ME 13

ost people say you need to be physically fit to trek Papua New Guinea’s Kokoda Trail, but for several Goulburn Valley women, emotional strength was just as important. Tatura’s Josie Catanese and Lou Wereszczuk took part in the 11-day trek through the jungle with four friends, including two women.

Josie and Lou agreed the walk was a physical challenge. They were prepared for that. What they were not as prepared for was the overwhelming emotional experience.

“They clapped us through as we finished. That was very emotional — I just bawled my eyes out,” Josie said. Lou said the final section was also especially tough in a physical sense because they knew they were so close.

“It’s hard to explain. It was physically challenging but it was more mental. You had to be mentally strong to keep your mind focused.”

“On the last day our guide said we needed to be prepared for the finish line because the brain was going to be there before the body was ready,” she said.

The Kokoda Trail is a walk to commemorate the Australian soldiers who lost their lives during the four-month Battle of Kokoda in 1942, when the Japanese landed in Papua New Guinea.

About 625 Australians were killed and more than 1000 wounded in the battle.

REALITY CHECK

The Tatura team, along with the other Australians in the group, was accompanied by local porters who assisted with luggage

Lou admitted to having a few tears along the way, however for Josie, the emotion came out in one hit at the end.

With the help of Josie’s fitness group, J-Cat Fitness and Wellbeing, the team from Tatura started training at least 12 months before they embarked on the Kokoda Trail on June 12 this year.

EMOTIONAL JOURNEY

As the group ascended to the final stretch, some American soldiers who were swimming in the river ran up to the finish line to greet the walkers, impressed by their achievement.

“The porters told us about the fighting that happened along the way. Some of the stories were unbelievable,” Josie said.

“We got a group of strong-minded people together and went from there,” Josie said.

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“We went to a war memorial on the last day and there was something like over 3000 graves there,” Lou said.

The group camped at various villages overnight and met some inspiring locals during the trek. “The Papua New Guinea people are beautiful. They were so supportive,” Lou said. “And to know so many of them lost their

villages for us … they just live so minimally in remote villages with no power. “They have nothing but they’re very happy people.” The group members were amazed by the level of contentment among the people living in such stark contrast to how they do. Before they left Australia, the Tatura group packed some gifts to take to the children in the villages, including toys, books, pens and pencils. “The first thing we were greeted with when we arrived in the villages was the kids. They were waiting for you to give them a ball,” Josie said. The emotion of the experience has remained. Lou said it took at least a month to adjust to her normal routine in Tatura. “You also felt a little guilty coming back to everything and having to leave all those kids there,” Josie added.

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Fil Serra, the group’s Australian tour guide Phil Monteduro, Josie Catanese, Lou Wereszczuk and Jackie Kerrins.

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ROUGHING IT Aside from the emotional and physical challenges of the adventure, Josie and Lou said it was a learning curve on how to survive without many, if any, creature comforts. “There was definitely no room for princess behaviour,” Lou said. The group camped in tents, added purification tablets to their drinking water, washed themselves and their clothes in creeks, used drop toilets, and — the biggest challenge of all — lived without phone service. “My phone is my life!” Josie laughed. “But I was glad about it in the end because the experience became about no-one but me.” Emotional strength, physical capability and financial means are needed to complete the course; but Josie and Lou said it was one of the most worthwhile experiences of their lives and encouraged anyone who has the Kokoda Trail on their to-do list to tick it off. n OCTOBER 2016 |

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The light and shade OF LIFE

AS TALES OF FEAR, HOPE AND BRAVERY ARE TOLD BY JENNIFER ETAKA, IT FEELS LIKE SHE HAS LIVED MANY LIVES. RESETTLING IN SHEPPARTON AFTER A TURBULENT PAST IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF THE CONGO, JENNIFER FINALLY FEELS THAT SHE CAN LIVE THE LIFE OF HER DREAMS. STORY: EMMA CARINCI PICTURE: JULIE MERCER

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In the Congo, women are not really treated with dignity. There’s lots of rape. They kill women. Men beat them. And no-one can say anything. Women feel shame if they say something. It’s a country with much disorder.” Jennifer Etaka has lived in some tough places in her life, but as she embraces you with open arms and invites you to make yourself at home, it’s incredible to witness such optimism and trust. Resettling with her family in Shepparton was a result of Jennifer, her husband Gideon and son Raphael needing to flee from political corruption in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. “It was very, very scary for us,” Jennifer said.

almost six months to get used to it, Jennifer smiles when she says she is able leave the house without feeling fear. The family now has the security never felt in the Congo and the facilities they were deprived of in the refugee camp. Security was better at the camp but it was difficult to get used to the living conditions, as Jennifer and Gideon had normal functioning facilities in their home in the Congo. “Living in the camp was tough because people were staying in tents. There was not enough food. We had no meat, milk or rice,” Jennifer said. “If you wanted more food for your family, you had to get permission from the government and go outside the camp to buy it with your own money.”

LEARNING CURVE While her English is good, Jennifer sometimes still asks Gideon if she has used the correct word. Jennifer, from the Luba tribe in the Kasai province, grew up speaking French, but she also speaks her African dialect, Lingala. She learnt all the English she knows in the refugee camp. “Only English was spoken because there were so many different nationalities,” she said. “They had to make us one people in the camp, so they chose one language.”

FAMILY TIES

“We had to leave. Gideon was being followed for six months … they were even following me and were going to my parents asking questions, so it became dangerous for my whole family.”

HANDY SKILLS

Gideon belonged to the Movement for the Liberation of the Congo political party. Being involved in political parties which opposed the government rule was dangerous.

A dressmaker by trade, she took ownership of a dressmaking shop in the camp, making garments for the city’s residents.

While living in Africa proved difficult, Jennifer did recall some fond memories, including her wedding day when she was 20 years old — a celebration with a modest 500 guests.

“It gave me a bit of money to help the family survive through each day, but I didn’t have a lot of clients,” she said.

“Everyone had to be there, even the neighbours,” she said.

“When someone is in power they have control over everyone. If you’re campaigning, you are in trouble,” Jennifer said. Conflict in the Congo has caused more deaths than any war since World War II — some 3.3 million between 1998 and 2002 alone — and civil unrest remains despite a peace agreement and the creation of a power-sharing government in 2003, according to the BBC.

NEW LIFE After spending four years in a refugee camp in Botswana with about 3000 people, Jennifer, 36, and Gideon moved to the Goulburn Valley with their children Raphael and Jofet in June last year. The family’s life now is worlds away from what it was in Africa. Although it took her

Despite the hardship, Jennifer was able to put some skills to good use.

Jennifer said her sewing skills were taught by her mother, and she improved them further through studies at a dressmaking college in the Congo. She is also a qualified beautician and started studying physiotherapy, however she did not complete the course before they fled. Jennifer is now enjoying her aged care studies at Shepparton GOTAFE and began placement earlier this month. “I applied to study nursing but I had to study English for years first, so I studied aged care,” she said. “I like it very much because you’re still helping people.”

With her beaming smile and regular giggles, you would not know Jennifer has been dealt such challenging cards.

While she loves her new home, Jennifer cannot help but miss her family in the Congo. “Family in Africa is very important,” she said. “We are so close … we stick together and are very united. “If there is any issue, you have to be called together to talk about it and try to decide on something together.” The wonders of modern technology have enabled these family meetings to continue, however Jennifer hopes her siblings will be able to join her and her family in the Goulburn Valley. “I dream about it every day,” she said. n OCTOBER 2016 |

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Georgia has found academically she benefits from smaller class sizes and sessional academic staff who teach classes on top of their day job. “Having tutors and lecturers who work in the industry enriches learning because the tutor or lecturer is putting the theory into practice every day,” Georgia said. Since beginning a Bachelor of Business, Georgia has become heavily involved in campus life and the opportunities it provides. “By choosing a small regional campus I’ve flourished in a way that I wouldn’t have in Melbourne. Studying locally is what you make of it and I decided to make it work for me.” Georgia has plans to undertake post-graduate study in strategic communications, with the goal of starting her career in public relations. “My end goal is politics, I feel it’s where I can make the biggest impact on the world,” she said.

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Studying at La Trobe University’s Shepparton campus provided Geraldine Christou with the opportunity to balance work and study while raising a family.

La Trobe University has had a significant impact on Kristina Marko’s life.

“The lecturers and campus staff were incredibly supportive throughout the journey; I made some fantastic friends and developed relationships with fellow students who I have had much pleasure in observing their progression into very lucrative careers locally.” Geraldine chose to continue full-time work while studying; which she said opened doors in terms of her career path.

“My degree at La Trobe was able to open doors for me both in metropolitan and regional settings”. After six years working as a professional accountant, three of those years in a boutique accounting firm in Kew, Kristina realised accounting was not for her. “I wanted more for myself so I chose to pursue further studies with a MBA.” Kristina said.

“When I commenced my Bachelor of Business I was working as a project officer, through the progression of my study I have progressed to Coordinator, Team Leader and then Manager,” she said.

Kristina is currently working for La Trobe University as its Community Engagement Coordinator at the Shepparton campus.

“Studying locally not only provided me with the formal qualifications to pursue my chosen career path, but the networks, relationships and confidence to do so.”

“It felt natural, like it was the next chapter in my La Trobe story. I am highly motivated about the gift of education and promoting the opportunities of further study that the regional campuses offer,” she said.

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The flexibility, choices and accessibility associated with studying regionally is what made Kerry Barbour seize the opportunity to pursue further study at La Trobe University’s Shepparton campus. Kerry is currently completing a Master of Business Administration and said studying in Shepparton gave her the flexibility to work, study and be in touch with her family. She said studying at La Trobe had enabled her to gain a greater understanding of how businesses function internally. “The course work enables us to study particular businesses locally and on the Australian Securities Exchange, thus broadening my understanding of the types of businesses which support our economy and in particular the broad range of experience the CEO’s and executive teams need to have in order to make the decisions they do each day,” Kerry said. “There are so many skills you acquire from studying, it’s endless, particularly as a mature age student, it’s very liberating.”

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She said, had the opportunity to study locally not existed at the time, she would not have pursued further study.

Kristina completed a Bachelor of Commerce at La Trobe University’s Shepparton campus, whilst undertaking an Accounting traineeship, graduating with valuable work experience behind her.

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FROM THE FRONT AT ROTARY STRICT RULES IN THE LAST CENTURY KEPT WOMEN FROM JOINING ROTARY CLUBS WORLDWIDE. SINCE THESE RULES WERE SCRAPPED IN THE MID 1990S, WOMEN LIKE APRIL HALLIDAY HAVE TAKEN GREAT STRIDES AND FILLED LEADERSHIP ROLES WITHIN THE SERVICE ORGANISATION. STORY: TAYLAH BURROWS PICTURE: HOLLY CURTIS

pril Halliday has been associated with the Shepparton Rotary club since the early 1990s when her husband Barrie became a participating member. However, she was initially unable to join him. “Originally they did not have women in Rotary and a lot of Shepparton clubs did not want women,” April said. “Then Rotary International changed the ruling for women to join.” Even when the long-held rules that kept women from joining were abolished, it took the club a few years to initiate its first member and April another 10 years to join. When she did in 2006, the club had about six women members. In 10 years that number has grown to about 17 of the club’s 60 members. Since she joined, April has held a handful of positions within the club, which she said was due to Rotary’s inclusive values. In her first year, April was asked to take on the role of chair of membership. “We have a board and, as it goes with everything, they ask new members to take on roles,” she said. “I’ve also been chair of youth for about three years, I was secretary to Denis Muto when he was president, then of course I was presidentelect in 2013 and 2014 and the president in 2014 and 2015.” April’s current role of assistant governor, which she stepped into in July this year, sees her helping the district governor with the administration of five clubs. Within the 9790 district, April helps govern the Shepparton, Shepparton South, Mooroopna, Tatura and Kyabram Rotary clubs. “I have to attend other clubs but not every week.

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Since July I’ve been to three other clubs,” April said. “They’re all great clubs. It doesn’t always have to be a large club to be successful.” Her responsibilities as assistant governor are to meet with the clubs, presidents and members, connect the clubs with one another, develop district goals, co-ordinate governor visits and identify and communicate the clubs’ strengths and weaknesses back to the governor. In her time with Shepparton Rotary Club, April has watched it fundraise and provide services to the Shepparton and international community. Some of the projects the club has been involved with include building toilets in Nepal, regular support for students on exchange and, most recently, the building of exercise equipment at Shepparton’s Victoria Park Lake. The club also supports many Shepparton-based events and groups including Shepparton Rowing Club, Riding for the Disabled, the Shepparton Car Show and GV Health. “For the last two years we have had a golf day fundraising and that money has gone to the hospital for bed replacement,” April said. She said she enjoyed the service nature of Rotary clubs and encouraged women to get involved. “Someone said to me once, ‘if you take from the community, you should give back to the community’,” April said. “There’s a lot of friendship and social time and you know that you’re giving a service to your community. A lot of people join and do not realise how much Rotary does contribute.” n

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Tripod shade lamp, $199, Applite, Callister St

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THE LOOK! GRAB THESE INSPIRED PIECES AT YOUR LOCAL RETAILER FOR SUMMER FUN AND ENTERTAINING.

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Bella & Lace ‘Vintage Ballerina’ tutu, $95, Bella & Mim, Fryers St

Shopping Handmade freshwater pearl ‘silver’ necklace/bracelet, $39.95

Bronze ceramic vases, small $89.95, medium $180, tall $215, Sabac on High, High St

Handmade stirling silver freshwater pearl drop earrings, $39.95, Seven Creeks Pearls, Tirana City Walk

Handmade freshwater pearl ‘rose gold’ necklace/bracelet, $49.95

Olga Berg ‘Hexagon’ clutch, $89.95, Sel’s Gifts & Décor, Maude St Mall

Morgan & Taylor fascinator, $99.95, Traffik Boutique, Fryers St

Concrete pot and stand with plant, tall $51, wide $54.60, Blossom with Love, Harris Scarf Plaza

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Shopping Hand crafted 9ct gold ‘Creatures of the Sea’ starfish pendants, various sizes from $399, Purdeys Jewellers, Wyndham St

Rose goldlook photo frame, $34.95, Focus Cards & Gifts, Maude St Mall

Oroton ‘Aline’ sunglasses, $235, Graham Hill Eyecare, Maude St

Cue ‘Spring Botanical’ pleat dress, $329.95, Traffik Boutique, Fryers St

Local Greendale Grove olive oils, starting from $9.50, Olivehouse Event & Function Venue, Goulburn Valley Hwy

Tripod theatre lamp, $235, Applite, Callister St

Timber and marble side table, $340 Magnolias and vase, $160 Remote-controlled candles, small $49, medium $69 Walls & Windows, Fryers St

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Pheonix: Sudo ‘Game On’ tank, $39.95 and Minti ‘Pouch’ short, $59.95. Oscar: Sudo ‘Galactic’ tee,

$44.95 and Munster ‘Mocket’ pants, $64.95. Lebron: Sudo tee, $44.95 and Alphabet Soup shorts, $59.95. Rocking boat, $135. Wonder wagon, $125.

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Nylah: Alex & Ant swing top, $44.95. Summa: Sudo ‘Mia’ dress, $69.95. Duck Push Pal (below), $35.50

Oscar and Lebron: Sudo tees, $39.95

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Stay connected to the joy of reading and borrow from our range of eBooks, eMags and eAudiobooks. Access our eCollections from our website at gvlibraries.com.au. It’s free and available 24/7.

Create

Get creative at your library. Come along to a craft and cuppa morning, discover your family history, or play scrabble.

Learn

We support your life-long learning. Update your computer skills or learn a second language. Join us for conversational English. Bring the kids to one of our many rhyme and story times.

Meet

Our libraries have comfortable spaces for you to meet, connect to our Wi-Fi, do business and catch up with friends. Need a quiet space? Try the Skype booth at Shepparton or meeting rooms.

Share your favourite books as part of our Book Chat groups, or join one of our book clubs. Join the Friends of the Library, or volunteer with our Home Library Service.

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GHD Platinum ‘Electric Pink’ hair straightener, $325, Hair Central, Fryers St

Indulge me Remington Ultimate Body and Bikini Kit, $69.95, Harvey Norman, Riverside Plaza

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Clinique ‘Rose Pop’ lipstick, $40, John Anderson Pharmacy, Wyndham St

Napoleon Perdis ‘Divine Goddess’ lipstick, $38, Family Care Pharmacy, Shepparton Plaza

Handmade extra virgin olive oil soaps, $6 each, Olivehouse Event & Function Venue, Goulburn Valley Hwy

Clinique Lash Power ‘Flutter–to-Full’ mascara, $42, John Anderson Pharmacy, Wyndham St

The Aromatherapy Co. Therapy Garden Range, hand lotion $24.95, cream $19.95, Blossom with Love, Harris Scarf Plaza

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Beauty

Sun kissed and

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ustralia’s harsh sun can have detrimental effects on your skin, including ageing, wrinkles and cancer.

A quality sunscreen designed to block UVA and UVB rays is the best option for preventing sun damage, according to LUSH Skin and Body Clinic owner Cat Lagana. “I’m a big believer in wearing a quality sunscreen daily,” Cat said. “Products that offer sun protection is an added bonus, but I encourage clients to apply a sunscreen before make-up application.” Another common skin condition arising in the warmer months includes dryness, for which Cat recommends a skin rehydrating serum, designed to attract and hold moisture in the skin. As summer is an indulgent time of the year, Cat said it was important to establish a

thorough skin care routine to keep skin in optimal condition. “Try and limit sugar over the festive season and remember the basic steps of double cleansing morning and night — toning the skin with an alcohol-free toner and finishing with a rehydrating serum and moisturiser,” she said. For those who want to achieve a sun-kissed glow without the side effects of prolonged sun exposure, Cat said faking it was the only way to go. LUSH Skin and Body Clinic offers sunless airbrush tanning in two, four, six and eighthour processing times to give its clients flawless results. Cat said women who were considering fake tanning, whether in a salon or at home, should take some precautions before they began the tanning process to extend the tan’s life.

“Twenty-four hours prior to your appointment, clear away dry, dead skin cells with a tan removing mitt and body scrub that does not strip away amino acids in the skin,” she said. “Avoid using soaps, high pH shower products, or in-shower moisturisers. These products can neutralise the DHA bronzing reaction within the skin. “Any waxing or shaving should be completed 24 hours prior to the session.” On the day of a fake tan, you should not apply anything that may act as a barrier between the spray tan solution and the skin. You should also not apply cream, lotion, perfume or deodorant before the session. The day after your tan, Cat recommends a warm water rinse, avoiding the use of body wash, and gently patting the skin dry.

Keep your locks luscious

his summer’s must have hair-style has women chopping their long locks in favour of the lob.

“It’s like a long bob. It sits at your collar bone or just below,” Hair Central owner Emma Thomson said. Continuing the summer trend of recent years, women are also lightening their hair through balayage. “Balayage is still quite a big one, but they are leaving their natural colour through the top and going lighter at the bottom. It’s very subtle,” Emma said. A shift from the perfectly manicured styles of yesteryear has women electing to wear their hair in natural waves, instead of straightening it all the time.

“People are trying not to use as much heat. They’re avoiding as much damage as they can,” Emma said. “I think people are just time poor as well.” She recommended booking an in-salon treatment if lightening your hair this summer to keep it healthy and hydrated. Protect your hair from the elements with a thorough hair care routine at home using good quality products. “If you’re going to colour your hair, you’re going to need a good quality shampoo and conditioner,” Emma said. “If you’re using good products at home they will protect your hair from the sun.” Emma said women spending time in the pool this summer should be rinsing chlorine

out of their hair as soon as possible, ideally shampooing at the same time. Prevent dry and damaged hair this summer with a take-home mask treatment, applying it once a week or fortnight, depending on your hair’s needs. Emma recommended using a leave-in treatment, remembering not to skimp on heat protection. “I prefer a cream. When spraying it you don’t know where it’s going. With a cream you’re putting it where it needs it,” she said. For a product that will cover most of your bases, including heat protection and hydration, Emma recommends Moroccan oil, which can be applied to both wet and dry hair following shampooing. n

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Dr. Munis Letchumanan

Dr. Derek Wooff Dr. Rachel McDonald

Dr. Edmund Siauw Dr. Elizabeth Kennedy

Dr. Alwin Hoelzl

Dr. Gwen Liow

Dr. Robert Campbell

Dr. Jon Teo

Dr. Jane Gall

PUT YOURSELF FIRST — FOR ONCE. The way that we work and play has totally changed. Gone are the days when the shops closed at 12 pm on Saturday and didn’t re-open until Monday morning. We all live incredibly busy lives and there is little room for caring for ourselves; we just continue going until we can’t go any longer. Does this sound familiar? Our health is important to us. We live life differently and will get older than any generation before us. Consequences of these changes include that more people develop chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease, but also that stress levels can be heightened. We find that wellbeing is closely connected to different stages of life at which ones role, self-identity, focus or outlook can change. Likewise, shifts in relationships and family dynamics can have big impacts on how well we feel. And of course, there are also body changes that come with progressing through life. Recognising and dealing with these challenges alone can be really tough, particularly if you lead a busy life and often prioritise your family’s needs over your own. But if you keep putting others first, what will that mean for your own health? If you’re concerned

Dr. Lwin Maung

about your health, maybe it’s time to put yourself first. You don’t have to go it alone — talk to your GP. It’s something we want to help you with. YOUR HEALTH TEAM IN THE “WHITE BUILDING”. The University of Melbourne Shepparton Medical Centre is located across the road from GV Health on Graham Street (a common reaction: “Oh, I see — in the white building, right?”). Over the last six years, we’ve grown into one of the largest general practices in the region. We believe that healthcare is so much more than a diagnosis and medicines. Health is about the whole person — our social, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Our goal is to contribute to your health and wellbeing, right now and into the future. Our fully qualified doctors, nurses and allied health providers deliver healthcare to the community, and we’re also doing our bit to secure our future healthcare workforce by training medical students, nursing students, and GP registrars. This twofold mission explains our core values: Caring, teaching, learning, and commitment to quality. We understand that getting an appointment with a doctor who knows you, when you need it, and when it suits you is important. To better meet your needs, we have recently increased

the number of doctors. We have also set up “buddy teams” to ensure that you will be seen in a timely way by your GP or a doctor who works closely with your usual GP. We’ve grouped doctors who share interests and patients already, and we’ve ensured that we have a range of experience and expertise within each team. The teams are colour coded above, have a look!

BE IN TOUCH.

We’ve moved with the times! To make an appointment online, go to our website www.shepmed.unimelb.edu.au. Alternatively, call our reception team on 5823 3100. To stay up to date with opening times, new doctors, or initiatives, like our Facebook page www.facebook.com/shepmed. The University of Melbourne Shepparton Medical Centre is located at 49 Graham Street, opposite Goulburn Valley Health. We have ample parking for our patients. Because we know you’re busy, we have recently expanded our hours: Monday: 8.30 am to 7.30 pm Tuesday – Friday: 8.00 am to 5.30 pm

Shepparton Medical Centre

THE CULTURE AND VIBRANT COLOURS OF SOUTH-EAST ASIA ALLOWED ELYSE GRANT AND HER FRIEND PAUL DANN TO ESCAPE THE AUSTRALIAN WINTER. STORY: TAYLAH BURROWS

Wanderlust:

A TASTE OF CULTURE

hen choosing a holiday destination, it came down to the hustle and bustle of Japan or the relaxing atmosphere of Thailand for Elyse Grant and her friend Paul Dann. Their 10-day journey through Thailand and two days in Cambodia was about much more than escaping the seasonal cold. It allowed them to go somewhere that wasn’t going to hurt the hip pocket, while still providing a cultural experience they had never had. “We chose Thailand because it was pretty cheap to get there and it was cheap over there as well,” Elyse said. “It was mainly a money thing but also an experience and cultural difference thing as well, because we’ve both never been to Thailand.” Flights, accommodation and some tours were booked by a travel agent in Shepparton before the pair departed. They planned to spend 10 days absorbing Phuket, before flying to Siem Reap in Cambodia for a couple of days.

THAILAND While in Thailand, the pair visited the Phi Phi

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Islands and the Big Buddha and got up close and personal with elephants.

“I’ve wanted to go to Cambodia forever,” Elyse said.

“Going to the Phi Phi Islands was amazing. You see photos of it and you think ‘oh yeah, that would be cool’, but seeing it in real life is amazing because it’s untouched,” Elyse said.

“Everyone was so lovely, people were so nice. “They go out of their way to do things for you. We had a couple of tour guides and even our driver wanted to chat.”

“I’d recommend (visiting) the Big Buddha. It was really good.

Before they left Australia, Elyse and Paul organised a day tour on bikes, which took them around the city to see all the temples and to a fishing village.

“And I would recommend going to an elephant sanctuary rather than elephant rides. We did the elephant ride and it just didn’t really sit well with me.” Little time was spent at the pair’s hotel as they tried to absorb as much of Thailand as possible. Obvious main attractions like Bangla Rd in Phuket were among the things Elyse said people should put on their list when visiting Thailand. “Even if you just walk it once. We did it every night and walked through it, but it’s worth seeing at night. It’s really cool.”

CAMBODIA After a whirlwind 10 days, Elyse and Paul boarded a plane and travelled to Siem Reap, Cambodia.

“The village was all on the water,” Elyse said. “People live on the water and they’re so poor they’ve never been on the land of Cambodia. It was really interesting.” Again, the pair tried to fit as much into the little time they had in Cambodia before their flight home.

REFLECTION Despite loving the trip, Elyse said there was one thing she would do differently if she had the chance. “I sort of wish we did it the other way around just because I loved Cambodia so much,” she said. “I’d definitely go back.” n

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Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Elephant riding, Phuket, Thailand

Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

Lagoon Beach, Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

Five Smiling Faces Temple, Cambodia

Library (one of six) at Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Patong Beach, Phuket, Thailand

Phi Phi Islands, Thailand

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FREE WOMEN WITH DRIVE

WORKSHOP WHAT Women With Drive is a free community event

designed to educate attendees about the basics of car maintenance. Held at a Goodyear Autocare location and run by qualified professionals. Want to learn to change a tyre? Check your vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s water and oil? What are you waiting for? Details of our up and coming event at Goodyear Autocare Shepparton below.

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Wednesday 23 November, 2016 6-8pm Goodyear Autocare (Central Tyre Service) 117 Welsford Street, Shepparton Register now on 5821 9555

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Culture

To market, to market SMALL TOWN FAVOURITE

Violet Town Community Market

Awaken your senses this summer with a walk through the many stalls at the Violet Town Community Market. The recreation reserve on Tulip St comes alive from 8.30 am to 1 pm on the second Saturday of each month.

Shepparton Twilight Market

Throughout summer the market has about 240 stalls offering a variety of products including fresh fruit and vegetables, crafts, jewellery, plants and furniture. Market enthusiasts can expect to spend about an hour exploring the many different stalls. Live music and plenty of hot food offers an opportunity for visitors to re-energise, or a spot of entertainment for those looking to extend their stay.

Fryers Food Festival

LAKESIDE EXCITEMENT A TASTE OF SHEPPARTON Dubbed the Lygon St of Shepparton, Fryers St will tantalise tastebuds for one night in November. The Fryers Food Festival is a celebration of good food, with local cafes and restaurants showcasing the best of their cuisine on the bitumen of Shepparton’s food strip. On top of dining under the stars, there will be stalls with local produce available for purchase, as well as entertainment and bars. The Fryers Food Festival starts at 4 pm on Saturday, November 19. It will be open until 10 pm.

Enjoy a vibrant walk along the foreshore of Victoria Park Lake during this summer’s Shepparton Twilight Market series. Held once a month on a Saturday from 4 pm to 8 pm, the market is spread along the walking track on the east side of the lake. The variety of market stalls are accompanied by children’s entertainment to keep the little ones happy. After wandering through the market, relax on the lawn and enjoy the tastes of street food while listening to live music. For the adults, a licensed bar will be on hand to keep the buzzing atmosphere alive. The twilight markets will be held on December 3, January 28, February 25 and March 18. One Sunday market will be held from 9 am to 1 pm on Sunday, November 20. OCTOBER 2016 |

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LADIES’ DAY FUNDRAISER AT THE TATURA HOTEL Thursday, November 3 Come along and experience Oaks Day at the Tatura Hotel, starting midday.

Dress to impress! Proceeds to

Entertainment

57 Seater Bus! First in best dressed!

DJ kicking off after the last race

$10 return (also purchased on Rotix)

$50 per ticket

Departs 11.30 am from Shepparton Library Pick up guests from Mooroopna at 11.40 (Out front of Barastoc) Returns at 6 pm from Tatura, arrives at Shepparton Library at 6.30 pm.

• Guests receive a complimentary glass of bubbly, wine or beer on arrival • Catering throughout the day inclusive for the ticket price • Fashions on the Field with prizes for the place getters and guest judges with Mat Innes Irons as your MC • Raffles with Prizes

Tickets at www.rotix4.com.au and at the venue.

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Food

Start the

day right KICK START YOUR DAY WITH A SUPER-FOOD-RICH BREAKFAST. As the most important meal of the day, a good quality breakfast should provide you with the energy to take on almost anything. Chia seeds are one of the most popular super foods that are rich in fibre, omega-3 fats, protein, vitamins and minerals and high in anti-oxidants. There are many ways to incorporate chia seeds into your morning meal, so get creative and enjoy the health benefits associated with this versatile ingredient.

Mango and orange bircher muesli Serves: 6 2 cups rolled oats ¼ cup roasted macadamia nuts, chopped ¼ cup roasted hazelnuts, chopped ¼ cup shredded coconut 2 tbsp pepitas 2 tbsp sunflower seeds 2 tbsp chia or linseed ½ cup chopped dried apricots ¼ cup dried sour cherries or cranberries 1 green apple, grated ½ tsp finely grated orange rind 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice 1 cup water 500 g mango-flavoured yoghurt Fresh seasonal fruit, for serving Extra mango yoghurt, for serving Combine oats, nuts, coconut, seeds, dried fruit, apple, orange rind, juice, water and yoghurt in a large container and refrigerate overnight. To serve, spoon the muesli into bowls and top with extra yoghurt and fruit.

Berry breakfast bowls are the latest health craze.

Berry breakfast smoothie bowls Serves: 2-3 ½ cup ice cubes 2 frozen peeled bananas, sliced 1 cup natural yoghurt ¾ cup frozen berries ½ cup milk 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional) 2 tsp honey ½ cup oven-toasted fruit muesli Fresh blueberries, to serve Blend or process the ice, banana, yoghurt, berries, milk, chia seeds and honey until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the blender, if required. Add an extra tablespoon or two of water if you need a little extra moisture in the blender to keep the ingredients moving. (This will depend on your blender.) Pour smoothie into two or three chilled bowls and top with muesli and fresh blueberries. Serve immediately.

Berry kiwi green smoothie Serves: 2 1 cup natural yoghurt 2 scoops vanilla whey-based protein powder ½ cup mixed frozen berries 30 g baby spinach leaves 2 kiwi fruit, peeled and chopped 1 tbsp rice malt syrup, agave syrup or pure maple syrup Crushed ice 1 tbsp chia seeds 1 tbsp coconut flakes ½ cup fresh blueberries, to serve Process yoghurt, protein powder, berries, spinach, kiwi fruit, syrup and ice with a stab blender until smooth. Pour into two serving glasses or bowls. Top with chia seeds, coconut and blueberries. Serve immediately. The Dairy Kitchen www.legendairy.com.au OCTOBER 2016 |

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YOUR INGREDIENTS LIST SMOKED CHICKEN & PESTO PASTA SALAD 500 g La Molisana penne pasta 200 g smoked chicken 300 g basil pesto 100 g parmesan

ANTIPASTO PASTA SALAD 500 g La Molisana bow pasta 200 g pitted olive mix 200 g pitted Kalamata olives 200 g dried Roma tomatoes 200 g chargrilled peppers 100 g parmesan

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Camembert Spiced Gouda Edam Jarlsberg Maasdam French Roquefort Apricot and almond fruit cheese Provolone Quince paste Bocconcini Baby bell peppers stuffed with feta Grapes Strawberries

MEAT AND ANTIPASTO PLATTER Mortadella Ham off the bone Sopressa Casalingo Lombo Chargrilled artichokes Chargrilled mushrooms Mozzarella Chargrilled peppers Died Roma tomatoes Baked Kalamata olives

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BARRAMUNDI, WITLOF AND OKRA

Jessica Hayes, head chef of MUSE Restaurant, Mitchelton Winery

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I serve this barramundi dish with our Mitchelton Blackwood Park Riesling. The wine’s citrus and spring blossom notes pair beautifully with the lemony celeriac and can stand up to the earthy barramundi flavour.

Celeriac puree and celery garnish can be done ahead of time.

CELERIAC PUREE 300 g celeriac, peeled and roughly chopped Whole milk, enough to just cover the celeriac Place the celeriac in a pot with the milk. Simmer, do not boil, until celeriac is very tender (approximately 15 to 20 minutes).

Plan of action:

4 x 160 g barramundi fillets, scaled and pinned Oil Salt 2 heads witlof, quartered 4 pieces of okra, halved Lemon squeeze Pre heat your oven to 200ºC. On the stove top, heat an oven-proof, non-stick or cast iron pan until it’s smoking hot. Gently dry the skin of your barramundi with a paper towel and season with salt. Add enough oil to cover the bottom of the pan. Place your barramundi, skin side down, into the pan. Using a metal spatula, or even another pan, press down on the barramundi so it lays flat in the pan. Use your muscles and don’t be afraid of pressing hard. This ensures the barramundi gets a nice, golden, crunchy skin. You can stop pressing when the barramundi has given up and lays flat on its own. Toss in the witlof and okra, flat side down. Place the pan with the witlof, okra and the barramundi (still skin side down) in the oven until the flesh is just cooked through (approximately 10 minutes). Give everything a squeeze of lemon. To plate, spoon on some celeriac puree, then encircle with the witlof, okra and celery mix around the plate. Place the barramundi, skin side up. Sprinkle with some fresh herbs - dill and tarragon are always good with fish.

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Place celeriac in a blender with a little of the milk. Pulse until the mixture liquefies, then blend at full speed. Be careful not to fill the blender more than half way and hold down the lid with a tea towel so the whole batch doesn’t explode and go all over the walls. Pass through a fine mesh sieve, if desired, for a smooth texture. Season with salt to taste.

CELERY GARNISH 2 stalks celery, finely diced 1 tbsp olive oil A splash of Mitchelton Blackwood Park Riesling 1 tsp turmeric Salt, to taste Cayenne pepper, to taste Saute the celery in olive oil until al dente. Add the Blackwood Park Reisling, possibly already open, just a splash will do. Let that bubble a little. Add the turmeric, salt and cayenne. Cook a little more and set aside the mixture. Chef’s note: If you are unable to source fresh okra, you could try substituting artichoke hearts or grilled zucchini Serves: 4 Preparation and cooking time: 55 mins

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DROP FOR SPRING Springtime in the world of wine means barbecues and lazy afternoons, enjoying food paired with the perfect drop. The latest trends are Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Marsanne and Prosecco — with the latter ideal to begin the festivities with. The Prosecco flavour is fresh with apple, pear and a gentle hint of lemon. Quite often people are amazed at the freshness, vibrancy and refreshing taste of this new Italian variety here in Australia. Next it’s time to enjoy a Riesling which emits a delicate bouquet of citrus and lime esters, with a rich textural finish. Rieslings have been around for years, however they are making a resurgence of late.

Pinot Grigio is vibrant with zesty lemon upfront on the palate, rounded off with a pear and honeycomb finish. Pinot Grigio is best with food such as chicken dishes or quiches. Finally to end the day, choose a wine to match some cheese. For many years Marsannes have almost been forgotten about. A Marsanne provides a full-bodied, fruit-driven flavour; featuring rich honey and a hint of ripe citrus on the back palate. Try these new trendy varieties. — Paul Phillips

MITCHELTON WINES NV MITCHELTON CUVEE RRP $19

LONGLEAT NON-VINTAGE CUVEE BRUT RRP $15

MONICHINO WINES PINOT GRIGIO 2015 RRP $19

Ever since its first vintage in 1973, Mitchelton has developed a reputation for consistently high quality table wines. The experienced winemaking team — led by Travis Clydesdale — aims to prise the best from Mitchelton’s vineyards to craft distinctive wines from the highest quality estategrown grapes.

Longleat is located in the quaint river bank town of Murchison, just 20 minutes north of Nagambie and 30 minutes south of Shepparton.

Take a drive to Katunga and enjoy a little slice of Italy in the heart of the Goulburn Valley. Carlo Monichino began the vineyard more than 50 years ago and with son Terry Monichino, now the chief winemaker, the passion of winemaking has been passed down through the generations. The Monichino family prides itself on creating award-winning, handcrafted, boutique wines, highlighting the natural character of the fruit. All 27 varieties produced boast an intensity of flavour, with a fullbodied aroma and richness in palate.

The Mitchelton NV Cuvee is a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir made in a modern style to retain varietal expression and purity of fruit. This wine shows a distinct yet classic pale golden straw colour; while subtle grapefruit and smoky flint sit as high notes over an appealing base of nectarine, apple and cashew. These complexities evolve in the glass, providing an inviting introduction to the wine. The persistent bubbles invigorate the mouth while delicate citrus, pear and lemon meringue flavours excite the taste buds. With its fresh notes and long dry finish, this wine would pair well with fresh white flesh like seafood or chicken, complemented by a creamy, citrus-infused white sauce and fresh salad. www.mitchelton.com.au

Rieslings match oysters and other light, white seafoods — such as prawns and scallops.

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Established in 1975, the picturesque Longleat vineyard is planted on the west bank of the Goulburn River. The 7.6 ha vineyard produces a variety of wines including Semillon, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. Longleat also produces a Rosé, an Australian Sparkling and a Late Harvest. Guido and Sandra completed their first vintage with their family in the Veneto region of Italy in 1996. The Vazzoler family has devoted itself to producing quality wines on the Piave River in northern Italy, and here in Australia the tradition proudly continues. The Murchison Cuvee Brut is an Australian classic-style blend of three select parcels of Chardonnay wines to provide a balance of delicate fruits and toasty notes with a firm acidic backbone.

Flavoursome with a rich bubbly taste, enjoy the Longleat NonVintage Cuvee Brut chilled on any occasion.

The 2015 Pinot Grigio is another fine example of a signature Monichino vintage. An Italian dry white with a pale straw appearance, the wine is exciting and powerful with an intense and complex flavour. The aroma is predominantly floral with hints of stone fruits, lychees and spice; while the palate is clean, crisp, and refreshing. The cellaring potential for the wine is five years. It is ideally paired with antipasto, tapas, cream sauce pasta dishes, fish or chicken.

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The fruit notes reflect white stone fruits and citrus, and pair perfectly with seafood, chicken, duck and savoury garlic flavours.

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Neither white,

NOR RED...ROSÉ

Rosés are often overlooked by wine drinkers, yet they can deliver a unique flavour. Rosés are fun, vibrant, light and full of fruit, featuring hints of strawberry and watermelon. A Rosé is a white wine that obtains a ruby colour from a light extraction of the grape skin. A Rosé is made from all red grape varieties, but more commonly Shiraz, Grenache, Temprinillo and Sangiovese. The grapes are harvested with bright berry

flavours and then fermented under cool conditions. This ensures that the delicate fruit flavours and textural palate weight are retained. Rosés are bright, luscious and berry driven, yet usually with a dry flavour and a clean, crisp finish. The aromas include strawberry and often a hint of spice to finish with. Ideally, enjoy a Rosé on a warm and sunny day while dining alfresco, paired with savoury snacks.

MITCHELTON WINES 2015 MARSANNE RRP $22

WINE X SAM THE VICTORIAN 2015 SHIRAZ RRP $20-$24

With origins in the Rhône Valley region of France, Marsanne wines have found an adopted second home in the Nagambie Lakes region — home to the largest and oldest plantings of the variety outside of France. First planted on the estate in the early 1970s, Marsanne wines have been a constant throughout their history and have become an intrinsic part of the Mitchelton story.

Wine X Sam is a boutique winery owned and operated by husband and wife team Sam Plunkett and Bronwyn Dunwoodie.

The 2015 Mitchelton Marsanne displays a pale green-gold colour in the glass. The wine boasts lifted notes of citrus peel and apple blossom to seduce the senses; and green almond, lanolin and marzipan spices to provide interest. The typically ethereal Marsanne texture unfolds on the palate with lemon pith and delicate floral characters. Although charming in its youth, a Mitchelton Marsanne will develop superbly in the bottle and will richly reward the patient collector. This perfect example of a classic Marsanne would be a lovely match with pan fried blue-eye fish, fresh prawns, tomato and a saffron broth. www.mitchelton.com.au

While the Plunkett family vineyards are located in the cool climate region of the Strathbogie Ranges, east of Avenel, Sam and Bron are in the throes of relocating the winery production and cellar door to the centre of Seymour in time for vintage 2017. Today, about 69 ha of vineyard is in production with varieties including Riesling, Savagnin, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Tempranillo, Lagrein, Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. The Victorian Shiraz is a standout from the vineyard, and 2015 is a beauty. Deep in colour, the wine is highly aromatic and along with red fruit and blueberry flavours, there is a lovely violet-like perfume and a sweet spicy note. This is a rich full-bodied wine, perfectly paired with red meats, barbecue flavours and strong, hard cheeses. Deservingly, The Victorian 2015 Shiraz recently won a trophy for best Shiraz and wine of show at the 2016 Dookie Wine Show. www.winebysam.com.au

BY PAUL PHILLIPS, SHEPPARTON’S WINE GURU from Phillips Cellars and Regional Wine Centre, Corio St

PAUL’S PICK LONGLEAT ROSÉ — 2014 RRP $15 The Murchison Rosé offers many of the best characteristics that this delicious wine type is known for. While the colour may suggest a sweeter wine, the finish is actually quite dry and complex — with a subtle flavour that makes it complementary to various dishes. A rosé is particularly suited to antipasto or paella dishes and with the warmer weather coming up it would go extremely well with a barbecue. Alternatively, for those seeking a refreshing end to a busy week, this Rosé could be just the tonic. Serve chilled with some nice cheese as the perfect way to relax. www.murchisonwines.com.au

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TRUSTY TIPS FOR TRAVEL

ORGANISING A TRIP CAN BE DAUNTING THESE DAYS AND THE AMOUNT OF INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO KNOW WHERE TO START. LUCKILY, HOLIDAYMAKERS CAN REST A LITTLE EASIER WITH THE EXPERIENCED HELPING HAND OF A TRAVEL AGENT. Relax before the trip Lyn McNaught from Lyn McNaught Travel, Mooroopna, said travel agents assisted customers through all stages of planning a holiday — before, during and after. “You will always have contact, that’s why we are available 24/7,” Ms McNaught said. “We look after visas and travel insurance. We also look after things when you come back, like, if you have to make a claim with travel insurance, we assist you with this also.” First-hand knowledge Between her and her consultants, Ms McNaught said there was over 150 years’ experience at the travel agency, allowing the most accurate information to be passed on

to customers. “Between all of us, we’ve covered most of the world,” she said. “We don’t just sell holidays … we take a lot of pride and care in working out what sort of a holiday people want.” The team at Lyn McNaught Travel caters to every personal preference and budget. “Whether it’s a family, adventure, romantic, or a cruising holiday, in fact any type of travel we can help,” Ms McNaught said. “We have something for every budget, whether you want to spend a minimum amount of time and money, go away for months or treat yourself to something fabulous.”

The team at Lyn McNaught Travel … (Left to right) Shirlie Baum, Tara McPherson, Lauren Oliver, Joe Bovalino and Lyn McNaught.

Reliability One of the most important things when travelling is knowing which tour companies to use. “Unless people know what they’re doing, there are lots of unscrupulous websites and other things out there when dealing with big amounts of money,” Ms McNaught said. “You need to be well aware and very careful of who you’re dealing with. “We check that things are what they say they are.” Ms McNaught said research was integral to the consultants’ job.

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FOCUS

ON HEALTH MAINTAINING A STRONG BODY IS BENEFICIAL TO YOUR HEALTH, ESPECIALLY AS YOU AGE.

What is Vi.PT lifestyle?

ViPT Lifestyle owner and personal trainer Troy Tremellen. into; chest and back; legs; shoulders, biceps and triceps; and, conditioning work through to full body workouts.

“We also have an emphasis on nutrition, which we run in a closed forum, including information about meals, hormones and supplements,” Troy said.

ViPT Lifestyle owner and personal trainer Troy Tremellen runs a series of semi-private group personal training sessions from his Corio St studio. Troy is a qualified personal trainer who has been in the industry for five years. His main focus for his clients, both male and female 18 years and older, is strength and conditioning. Why is it important to maintain strength and health?

“It’s primarily compound lifts with some isolation work. The more often you train, the more body parts you use. The less often, it is more of a full body workout,” he said.

The forum is updated daily and focuses on basic food which Troy said would get his clients leaner in conjunction with exercise. “When clients train is when the body is broken down, (muscle) and when they recover and eat nutritious foods is when they repair and grow” he said. What kind of training options are there to choose from?

“They say muscle is a luxury, so as you get older it gets quite important (to have it),” Troy said. Focusing on health and not the scales is Troy’s method for results, looking for qualitative changes in his clients, as opposed to quantitative.

“The program is in eight-week blocks. It’s pretty structured around the different muscle groups, and we use a variety of reps, sets & tempos to get the desired effect from training.” How intense are the sessions?

Troy’s clients have a choice to participate in two, three or four of the 11 separate training groups he runs each week.

Despite the group sessions, Troy said each of the 14 participants per session works to their own fitness level and capacity.

Depending on how many sessions a client participates in each week, the training is split

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WHOLE-BODY APPROACH

DAY-TO-DAY LIVING CAN WEAR YOUR BODY DOWN, OFTEN CAUSING MUSCULOSKELETAL AILMENTS. OSTEOPATHS SUCH AS TAHNI GOOK ARE THERE TO TRY TO PROVIDE RELIEF AND PREVENT RECURRENCES. Revive Health Osteopathy owner and osteopath Tahni Gook tells us about her work. What are the most common ailments women visit you for? I would say neck pain and headaches is definitely up there, as well as lower back and sciatic type pain. The next most common would be shoulder pain. What kinds of things contribute to these ailments? It’s often weakness of the surrounding muscles. Sometimes it’s because they haven’t got the correct knowledge of their injury, poor lifting technique, poor posture or desk ergonomics. What is the correct way to sit at your desk

Pain relief: Revive Health Osteopathy owner and osteopath Tahni Gook. What can a patient expect from their first visit?

to prevent strain? Knees should be slightly lower than your hips when sitting at your desk to decrease lower back strain. Feet should be supported on the floor. The top of your computer screen should be at eye level. Don’t reach out in front of you, so keep your forearms horizontal and supported, with elbows next to the body.

We go through a full medical history, past history and conditions and injuries that may contribute to their current condition. We then go through a full assessment to determine what structure is affected. Then, once it is safe to treat, we would use techniques described above aiming to decrease their pain and get some symptomatic relief initially.

How do you try to treat these ailments? We look at the body as a whole, so we look at how perhaps the pelvis and spine are functioning and if dysfunction distal to the site of pain can be contributing to the current pain. We will treat using soft tissue techniques, mobilisation or manipulation of joints and dry needling, along with some rehabilitation and postural advice to prevent the condition from recurring.

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SUPERANNUATION

STRATEGIES

SUPERANNUATION IS STILL ONE OF THE FEW AREAS OF INVESTMENT THAT PROVIDES SIGNIFICANT TAX ADVANTAGES. PLUS 1 WEALTH ADVISORS FINANCIAL PLANNER EMMA KISS EXPLAINS HOW. What is the main benefit to super? Super is such a favourable investment vehicle as the funds contributed and held within this environment are only taxed at a concessional rate of 15 per cent, which is low compared to marginal tax rates average of 32.5 per cent. How do you contribute to super? You can contribute to super by a concessional (pre-tax) contribution, which consists of employer salary guarantee and salary sacrifice contributions. Or nonconcessional (post tax) contributions, which normally consist of lump sum contributions from the sale of a property or an inheritance. There are cap limits for each contribution. Is it ever too early to start contributing to super?

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They can claim a tax deduction for super contributions, which means these contributions are treated as concessional contributions. They are effectively as beneficial as a salary sacrifice strategy.

How does a salary sacrifice strategy work?

When can I access my super?

This means receiving a lower salary income, however, your employer contributes the additional amounts to superannuation on your behalf. The benefit is derived from the super fund paying tax at a lower rate than the individual, leaving more for an investment.

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Self-employed people do not receive Employer Salary Guarantee contributions. Are there any benefits to help them grow their super?

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DRIVING WOMEN IN A NEW DIRECTION IT MAY NOT BE COMMON TO SEE YOUNG WOMEN ON THE DRIVING RANGE, BUT THERE IS A PROGRAM OUT THERE TRYING TO CHANGE THAT.

Reanna Matthews says Swing Fit is a fun and healthy way for women to get fit and learn golf skills.

Swing Fit was developed to engage women aged 18 to 40 in playing golf as a sport.

game because you don’t play against a team,

A Golf Australia initiative, Swing Fit is designed for beginners who may never have touched a golf club in their lives. Mooroopna Golf Club PGA pro Reanna Matthews delivers the six-week program. Fun and fitness The program is great way to get fit, socialise and build skills. “It is about combining golf fitness with golf fundamentals,” Ms Matthews said. “People that usually go to the gym can come out and try golf for fitness and the program is designed to get people fit and active and realise how fun golf can actually be.

“It’s a great program and it’s really structured.” “I fell in love with it. It’s a real independent In order to hit the ball well, Ms Matthews said core strength was essential. “This program builds that core strength to rotate the body through the ball,” she said. New interest

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Golf Australia research indicated a lack of interest in the sport among younger women, with interest only forming because of a family member who played golf or had been brought up around golf from a young age.

After completing the course, Ms Matthews

Ms Matthews, 24, has been playing golf since she was just 10 years old.

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FOR KIDS’ FEET CHILDREN CAN GET VERY ACTIVE AND HAVE ALL THE ENERGY IN THE WORLD TO RUN AROUND ALL DAY, SO IT IS VITAL THEY ARE PROPERLY SUPPORTED — AND THAT ALL STARTS WITH THEIR FEET.

Prevent problems Shepparton Foot Clinic podiatrist John Head has been running the clinic for 33 years and said being proactive with children’s foot care can manage or prevent potential problems. “Most parents bring their children to see us because they have problems with their own feet and don’t want their kids to end up with the same problems,” he said.

best inserts designed to prevent long-term problems,” Mr Head said. Another common hereditary condition is hammertoes, and a more rare case is forefoot malalignment — which children are born with. His best advice to parents is it’s never too early to take your child to a podiatrist. He has seen children as young as a few weeks old.

Assess the risk

Inevitable issues

To assess if a child is at risk of developing bunions, podiatrists analyse the shape of feet, lower limb alignment, the way a child walks and then hereditary factors.

Mr Head said some children developed common painful foot conditions at certain growth phases and podiatrists could help differentiate between those and more serious conditions, such as coalitions.

“We then give advice on correct footwear, the best exercises and, if necessary, the

“Coalitions are a rare condition in the foot in

about 2 per cent of the population where bones fuse together during puberty or later,” he said. “Coalitions can cause significant pain and disability in the long term and best treatment results are obtained when diagnosed early.” Other common children’s foot concerns include infections such as tinea, warts, ingrown toenails, sporting injuries and stress fractures. Professional advice “The podiatrist is the best person to tell you if a child is in that normal phase of growth, where we expect to see that limb alignment and whether anything needs to be done to reduce long-term impact on their feet,” Mr Head said.

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Has technology had any negative effects on eyesight? “The large amount of near focus that we do on computers, smart phones and tablets can lead to eyestrain in the form of headaches, irritated eyes and blurred vision,” Mr DePaola said. This eye fatigue can have a significant impact on the ability to concentrate effectively, leading to learning difficulties and reduced work efficiency.

Graham Hill Eyecare optometrist, and co-owner Mark DePaola.

high energy blue light radiated by digital screens that can increase eye fatigue, affects sleep cycles and potentially hastens other ageing eye conditions,” Mr DePaola said. Mr DePaola said research also explained the importance of balancing indoor and outdoor activities to expose us to natural daylight and reset our eyes to a distant focus.

How can we best protect our eyes from digital screen related problems?

Are there any extra eye-care precautions people should take when avoiding screen time?

“To relieve digital screen eyestrain, new prescription lenses have a dual effect. The improved focus they provide relieves the eyestrain and improves concentration. In addition, new lens coatings also reflect the

“Of course, when we do escape our screens for the great outdoors, we can’t forget the importance of protection from UV light with hats, sunscreen and sunglasses,” Mr DePaola said.

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THE SECRET LIFE OF VETS

ONCE A MALE-DOMINATED INDUSTRY, WOMEN ARE NOW THE LEADING GENDER IN THE VETERINARY INDUSTRY. DR RIANA FITZPATRICK, DR FRANCES JENNER AND DR FIONA CAMERON WORK AT SHEPPARTON VETERINARY CLINIC AND HAVE ANSWERED OUR QUESTIONS ABOUT THEIR CAREERS LOOKING AFTER THE HEALTH OF GREATER SHEPPARTON’S PET COMMUNITY.

Shepp Vets: Dr Fiona Cameron, Dr Riana Fitzpatrick, Dr Frances Jenner

What is the greatest misconception people have of being a vet?

appeal for males. With females, being typically more nurturing, it matters less.

nails and fish hooks, mango and avocado pips, underwear… take your pick!

Fiona: That it is all about animals. Even after several years of being a vet I still thought this. With grey hair and wrinkles, I now know it is all about the owners.

What are the biggest challenges of being a vet?

What is the best thing about being a vet?

Riana: That it is all cuddly puppies and kittens. I’ve heard this one so many times. Frances: There is a lot more stress, vomit, diarrhoea, blood and tears than most people think. Why is it a female-dominated industry? Fiona: I think there may be a number of factors, but being a long degree with poor pay prospects at the end may reduce its

Riana: The long and unpredictable hours, the after hours, the challenge of matching client expectations and desire to do all they can for their pet with their available finances and the hard decisions that need to be made. What are some of the unusual things you have seen that pets have swallowed? Frances: Bones and stones and dog toys are pretty common answers. We have had a Labrador swallow baby bottle teats because they tasted like milk. We’ve retrieved full kebab sticks out of stomachs, nuts and bolts,

Fiona: I get to see nice people who love their pets enough to pay me for my knowledge and experience to help them lead happy and healthy lives. Riana: I love emergency medicine and the adrenaline rush you get with it, but I also love the more laidback preventative medicine consults, the opportunity to educate clients and form bonds with clients and pets. Frances: Solving mysteries, saving lives, seeing animals every day and making a difference.

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start with the small choices, for example the floor. There is less choice than, say, paint colours for a wall. What should people consider when redecorating outdoor spaces? If you are thinking of re-decorating your outdoor area you must check out Fab Outdoor Fabrics. They specialise in faderesistant, water-resistant and stain-resistant fabrics and the range of designs is amazing. You might also need to look at outdoor blinds. The range of colours is fantastic, with options to match with brick, rendered or weatherboard homes. They can even be motorised, which makes life easier. What’s popular in decorating this spring? Go big and bold in your art choices to make a big statement. Natural textures are

Walls and Windows owner Paula Dohrman always a good way to go. Pastels are always around, but an accent colour is a more powerful choice. For example, dark velvet blue cushions heading into peacock colours, or mustards with hints of linen or grey undertones. How can you liven up a room this spring? Consider beautiful indoor plants, choosing the correct vessel — for example a basket or a metal planter. A plant softens the room and gives it movement, whereas a sofa or side table can be quite square. Are there any interesting ways to brighten up a room? To rejuvenate a room, whatever era the house, consider a perfect wallpaper feature wall. This can instantly add drama, mood, or texture to a room.

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CYCLING IS IDEAL FOR ANY AGE OR COMPETENCY LEVEL , HAVING POSITIVE EFFECTS ON PSYCHOLOGICAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH. AVANTIPLUS DON ASH PART-OWNER TREVOR MORRIS DISCUSSES THE ARRAY OF BENEFITS.

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Avantiplus Don Ash part-owner Trevor Morris tells us about the benefits of cycling.

Which type of bikes suit which type of cycling?

What are the benefits of cycling?

For metro riding, the retro bike is a replica of the 1980s ladies comfort bike. Track and trail bikes are designed to ride a longer distance, and are rideable on rail trails and gravel roads. For road riding, the flat-bar bike is ideal. The down-bar road bike is designed for long distances and hill rides. The endurance road bike is designed to be very comfortable, for long distances. Mountain bikes are offroad bikes used on mountain trails, bush trails or rail trails.

Cycling is good for the cardiovascular system, skeletal system, psychological health, and relieving tension and stress. What types of cycling are there to choose from? Rail trails are railway reserves converted into bike trails. Metro riding is riding to work or a coffee shop on the weekends. Road cycling is a lot more intense, with people cycling at a high speed. Also mountain bike riding is becoming more and more popular. Riding mountain trails, bush trails among the trees and nature.

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ave you noticed a BMW wearing a pink ribbon around town lately?

Well, you have not been seeing things, as this year the white BMW X3 donning a pink ribbon has been a bit of a mascot for the Shepparton News Pink Ribbon brunch. This year, Shepparton BMW has supported the brunch with both a generous donation and a Pink Ribbon Brunch-branded BMW. Aside from getting on board to support a local fundraising event, the dealership’s involvement has been two-fold given that the wife of Shepparton BMW’s general sales manager Glenn Goodall experienced a battle with breast cancer after being diagnosed in 2010. “Raising money for breast cancer has a close tie to us at the dealership,” dealer principal and owner Aaron Brain said

“We wanted to support it as best we could. “It was something we mentioned to Glenn over dinner one night. “Because (Glenn’s wife) Amberlee had been affected by breast cancer, we decided we wanted to get involved in supporting the brunch.” Mr Brain said Shepparton BMW enjoyed the community aspect of the business. It has also been a long-time supporter of the Shepparton BIGGEST Ever Blokes Lunch to raise money for prostate cancer. “Raising money for prostate cancer obviously has a big aspect directed towards males. But it’s not just males who buy our cars, so wanted to make sure we supported females through breast cancer fundraising,” Mr Brain said. “We like to give back to the community. We are

a local business supported by locals, so when there’s great initiative like this we like to get behind it to show our thanks to our clients.” Shepparton BMW wanted to support the event not only through a donation but also through promotion. “We like to think outside the box, that’s for sure,” Mr Brain said. Brunch co-ordinator Karen Gill has been driving around the BMW X3 series car for the past six weeks and picked up event MC Nelly Thomas from Melbourne airport in the special pink ribbon car. The car will now be unbranded and sold as a demonstration model. “The lucky owner will also know in the back of their mind that they supported breast cancer awareness in some way,” Mr Brain said. OCTOBER 2016 |

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The session must be organised for mid-week in the immediate Shepparton area, in a location agreed upon by both parties. After the shoot you will receive a USB with 15 highresolution images of yourself and your family, plus one 8 x 10 print and one 5 x 7 print to enjoy. The prize excludes newborn and wedding photo sessions. To go in the draw for one of these prizes email your full name, address, daytime contact number, and note which prize you would like to win by Friday, November 18 to win@MEmagazine.com.au Winners will be randomly picked, and notified by phone and email on Monday, November 21. OCTOBER 2016 |

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BRUNCH CELEBRATES

10-year anniversary A

fter starting as a fundraising lunch with about 60 people at a local café 10 years ago, the Pink Ribbon Brunch is now a major event that attracts more than 700 women.

Yet again, the annual Pink Ribbon Brunch, hosted by the Shepparton News, has sold out within 40 minutes and is tipped to build on the success of previous years. The audience can expect to be in stitches of laughter and perhaps even deep in thought with award-winning presenter, comedian and health advocate Nelly Thomas as master of ceremonies, proudly brought to the brunch by the Aussie Hotel and McDonald’s. “We’ve always engaged professional comedians to MC the event, and while they’ve all been different, they’re always well-received,” Shepparton News Pink Ribbon Brunch co-ordinator Karen Gill said. Professor Kerryn Phelps, sponsored by Goulburn Valley Imaging Group, will engage the audience as this year’s special guest speaker. “This year for the 10th anniversary,

we’ve decided to bring someone really special — we’re really excited to hear Professor Phelps address the audience,” Karen said. Prof Phelps is one of Australia’s best-known doctors, public health and human rights advocates and was the first female president of the Australian Medical Association. Since the event started 10 years ago, more than $319 730 has been raised for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, with $63 730 raised at last year’s event. The event has continued to go from strength to strength and Karen said this had a lot to do with its presentation. “We run the morning with a really happy format, with fun and laughter, while raising money for a serious cause. We are raising money in a light-hearted way.” All funds raised go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation in order to give direct assistance to vital research into the prevention and cure of breast cancer. “No matter where guests come from, the funds will go towards research that could have

an impact on any one of them,” Karen said. Guests will be treated to a glass of bubbly upon arrival to the brunch before enjoying a delicious cooked breakfast and top entertainment. Tickets to win a selection of 50 raffle prizes, from beautiful jewellery items to hardware and gardening products, will be offered at the brunch. For the first time ever a pre-brunch raffle was held with winners to be drawn at the brunch — giving ticket holders the chance to win one of three stunning pieces of jewellery (all with a touch of pink, of course!) donated by Stephen’s Jewellers. The event’s patrons include Shepparton News, Stephen’s Jewellers and Pandora, Pental Products, Peter and Maria Copulos Family, Goulburn Valley Imaging Group, Coles, Jill and Bernard Hayes from Eastbank Food, and major sponsors Griffiths Goodall Insurance, the Aussie Hotel, McDonald’s and Shepparton BMW.

HONESTY AND COMEDY from Nelly Thomas D

escribed as one of Australia’s most natural comedians, award-winning and highly sought-after speaker Nelly Thomas will MC this year’s Pink Ribbon Brunch. Ms Thomas has a number of impressive feathers in her cap and holds a number of titles next to comedian and presenter, including writer, published author and avid health promotion ambassador. She has combined these skills and can often be found speaking about health promotion including the physical, mental and social aspects of health and well-being, women’s

health and adolescent sexual health. Ms Thomas has a firm belief that humour is the best way to tackle difficult and taboo topics and she combines her considerable experience on the stage with her extensive health knowledge to deliver high quality health promotion shows. In 2012 Ms Thomas published her first book What Women Want, which explores all the big issues of today such as education, politics, health and family, and released a DVD The Talk which looks at sexual health and ethics for teenagers and their carers.

Tackling the big issues in a brazen yet respectful manner, Ms Thomas is a regular guest on ABC local radio 774 and Radio National, writes in print and online media and is a columnist for New Matilda. Listed as one of Australia’s “most innovative thinkers” in The Age newspaper’s ‘The Zone’, Ms Thomas delivers presentations nationally and internationally.

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It can take a team of highly trained professionals to evaluate something this small.

This is how small a breast abnormality can be — sometimes even smaller. Fortunately the vast majority are harmless. But it’s critical to be able to identify breast abnormalities which are potentially fatal. That’s where Goulburn Valley Imaging Group comes in. With a team of dedicated professionals including radiologists, nurses, technicians and administrative staff, GV Imaging Group is Shepparton’s only fully accredited Breast Imaging facility. The technology at their disposal represents the leading edge of medical science. It includes ultrasound, CT scans, plain films, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and nuclear medicine. And of course, Mammography including 3D Tomosythesis. GV Imaging Group have a MicroDose Mammography Unit which maximises the image quality, picking up abnormalities much earlier and uses only half the dose of radiation compared to other systems. It is predicted 1 in 9 Australian women develop Breast Cancer at some stage of their lives so it is better to be proactive and Mammograms and Ultrasounds are simple tests. GV Imaging Group also recommends that every woman should conduct a monthly breast self examination. If even the slightest lump or change (dimpling or discharge) is noticed, consult your doctor. That’s because it’s often the small things that really matter. Goulburn Valley Imaging 104 Nixon St, Shepparton, VIC 3630 Ph: 1300 797 484 Echuca Radiology Inside Echuca Regional Health, Francis St, Echuca, VIC 3564 enter via Service St Ph: 03 5485 5900

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E xpert talks

ABOUT HEALTH O ne of Australia’s best-known doctors and public health and human rights advocates, Professor Kerryn Phelps will be the guest speaker at this year’s Pink Ribbon Brunch.

A general practitioner for more than 30 years, Kerryn is the founder and principal clinician at Sydney Integrative Medicine and Cooper Street Clinic in Sydney, as well as a pioneer in the fields of health communication and integrative medicine in Australia. In 2000, Kerryn was the first female and LGBT person elected president of the Australian Medical Association.

During her tenure, the AMA developed its first position statements on complementary medicine, sexuality and gender diversity, the medical response to bioterrorism, and on the association between climate change and human health. She has also advocated for the rights of refugee children in detention and for a solution to the problems of health disparity for indigenous Australians. Kerryn is an expert at talking on all things health and has spent decades bringing important messages about living a healthy lifestyle to the public.

In addition to being the subject of stories on television programs 60 Minutes, Australian Story and This Is Your Life, Prof Phelps has appeared on EveryBody, Good Morning Australia, Today Show and A Current Affair and narrated the program Last Chance Surgery. Kerryn has also been the popular health columnist for the Australian Women’s Weekly for 24 years.

Staunch supporter of WOMEN’S HEALTH W

ith one in eight women diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, Goulburn Valley Imaging Group has committed to being a long-term patron of the Pink Ribbon Brunch to support prevention and, ultimately, a cure. GV Imaging Group is the only mammography provider in the region and mammographer Kim Happs said it took a serious interest in women’s health issues. “We saw sponsorship of the Pink Ribbon Brunch as a great means of making a further contribution to our community,” Kim said. “We are glad that we can be a part of early

“Our financial contributions to the brunch are multiplied by the funds that are raised.”

Raising money for research is important for Kim on both a professional and personal level after her aunt passed away from breast cancer at the age of 27.

Kim said the brunch was a positive reminder for women to be proactive about their health and book routine mammograms.

“I want to see an end to families losing mothers, daughters and sisters to breast cancer,” she said.

“Awareness is our best ally in getting high participation rates for screening programs,” she said.

To schedule a free screening mammogram, phone BreastScreen Victoria on 132 050 or visit www.breastscreen.org.au/onlinebookings

“The Pink Ribbon Brunch is a highly visible, greatly anticipated event that helps put breast cancer prevention and research in the public eye.”

Kim advised women with current symptoms such as a lump, nipple discharge or skin changes to visit their GP for a referral for a diagnostic mammogram and ultrasound.

detection of breast cancer, but we also want to be part of finding a cure.

WELL-ESTABLISHED

support

hen Peter Copulos and Family heard about the Pink Ribbon Brunch 10 years ago, it immediately provided support to the brunch and has continued to do so every year since. Peter Copulos said the brunch was an ideal opportunity to support a fundraising initiative which would have a broad impact on those living in the Goulburn Valley now and into the future. “The brunch sounded like it was going to be a great way to not only bring people together to support patients, families and the many people who have been touched by cancer, but

most importantly to me it was to raise muchneeded funds to help these people in our local community,” Peter said. He said Peter Copulos and Family was fortunate enough to be in a position to give back to the community and assist with further research into a cure for breast cancer. “I wholeheartedly support fundraising initiatives that assist our local community,” he said. “I strongly believe we shouldn’t be missing out on the best treatment and care because we live in a regional centre.”

Peter aimed to support initiatives in which the funds raised would benefit local residents. “It is my hope that one day residents of Greater Shepparton have access to all the services they need for treatment without having to travel to metropolitan areas.’’ OCTOBER 2016 |

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Thank you

FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT OF BREAST CANCER RESEARCH PANDORA and Stephens Jewellers are proud to be associated with such an important cause. Thank you for joining us today and helping us raise funds for Breast Cancer Research.

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“We have all been touched by someone who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. Outcomes for those diagnosed have improved markedly because of research. Pink Ribbon Day helps to raise awareness of breast cancer through prevention, support and research. I urge the community to get involved to help bring attention to this campaign. We must continue to fight for this cause with the ultimate goal of leading to a cure” Suzanna Sheed MP Member for Shepparton District

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Pink Ribbon Day 2016

ALL HANDS ON DECK

for brunch

aturally, the food has always been one of many highlights at the Pink Ribbon Brunch fundraising event — and this year is no exception. The standard of food on offer is consistently high quality with guests being treated to a cooked breakfast, fruit and pastries. Coles’s Shepparton Riverside Plaza store and Eastbank Food are coming together to supply, create and serve up food to more than 700

women in attendance at the brunch. Coles will supply the food items while Eastbank Food is taking care of the preparation and service of the brunch. Eastbank Food owner Jill Hayes has been in the food catering business for more than 35 years. She said the Pink Ribbon Brunch was one of the business’ biggest catering events and took a lot of hard work.

“We don’t have this sort of magnitude of work regularly, so it can be challenging to get all those extra staff members that are trained at that level,” Jill said. Nonetheless, she said it was a great event and Eastbank Food was always pleased to be involved in such a significant fundraiser. Jill will be “flat out” in the kitchen with husband Bernard and about 30 staff members on the morning of the brunch.

PANDORA SUPPORTS Pink Ribbon Brunch P

andora Jewelry will once again bring its sparkly goodness to the Pink Ribbon Brunch. It is one of the patrons of this year’s brunch, providing a generous donation and a pink ribbon-themed jewellery set for the raffle. “It is impressive how the local community unites to produce an event of such scale,” Pandora Jewelry vice-president of sales Brett Spinks said. “It’s important for us to support the community which has been incredibly

supportive of our brand for many years.” Pandora Australia has increased its support of the brunch progressively, channelled through its local partner in the area, Stephen’s Jewellers. “Stephen’s Jewellers has partnered with Pandora since the establishment of the brand in Australia more than 10 years ago,” Brett said. Pandora has supported Australia’s National Breast Cancer Foundation through the sale of Pink Ribbon jewellery for more than 10 years and so far has donated more than $3 million

The latest limited edition gift set available to win in the raffle.

towards breast cancer research. This month, Pandora will be launching a new limited edition gift set created exclusively for the Pink Ribbon cause. “It’s a meaningful gift or symbol of support, with 30 per cent of the retail price jointly donated to the foundation by Pandora and our retail partners,” Brett said.

GIVING BACK TO

the community

(dealing with breast cancer), it’s something we’re well and truly committed to doing.”

Stephen’s Jewellers general manager Stephen Schneider said the business had been a proud contributor to the event for nine years.

Stephen said his business had been supported by the local community for 22 years and being a major patron of the brunch was one way he was able to give back to the community.

“As I became more familiar with the Shepparton event, it was a more natural fit to give support and help guarantee the brunch into the future,” Stephen said.

As a retailer of its products, Stephen’s Jewellers has also partnered with Pandora Australia to make a joint contribution to the brunch.

“It’s a cause I feel passionate about supporting because our clients are predominantly women, our staff is predominantly women and, of course, we all have families and women in our lives.

“Pandora Australia have for many years had an association with the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF),” Stephen said.

“The partnership Stephen’s Jewellers has with the Pink Ribbon Brunch is a unique initiative within Pandora’s retail partners throughout Australia.”

“I approached Pandora a few years ago to see if they wanted to support us, as we are one of the brand pioneers in regional Australia, and they were very happy to support it and

This year, Pandora Australia vice-president Brett Spinks will attend the Pink Ribbon Brunch to present the donation as well as a special gift to all attendees.

upporting the Pink Ribbon Brunch is something Stephen’s Jewellers has always wanted to maintain.

“If I can contribute in a small way to reducing the pain and suffering for friends and family

honour their grassroots commitment to give back to the community.

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Celebrating 62 Years

Proud Patron of the Pink Ribbon Brunch

DAMIAN DRUM MP

Federal Member for Murray Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m proud to be supporting Pink Ribbon Day 2016. I also take this opportunity to acknowledge the contributions made by those in the community who raise funds for breast cancer research or care for women with breast cancer.

For any Commonwealth Government issues please contact my office. Electorate Office: 426 Wyndham Street, Shepparton Phone: (03) 5821 5371 Email: damian.drum.mp@aph.gov.au Authorised by Damian Drum, 426 Wyndham Street, Shepparton 3630 84

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NURSES PROVIDE PHYSICAL AND

emotional support

cancer experience is different and work to provide personalised information and care.

prophylactic surgery, which involves removing the breast tissue before a cancer diagnosis.

Two breast care nurses at Goulburn Valley Health are providing patients with care, support and information to help them through the difficult times encountered during a breast cancer experience.

“Every patient’s care needs are unique,” Michelle said.

They also provide support with regard to breast prosthesis, potential breast reconstructions and lymphedema prevention.

McGrath Foundation breast care nurse Michelle Parish and GV Health breast care nurse Abbey Stanbrook provide their services out of the Peter Copulos Cancer and Wellness Centre in Shepparton.

Many people are not aware that the breast care service is a free service and patients can self-refer. The service is available to anyone, regardless of where they have been treated.

cancer diagnosis can sometimes lead to more questions than answers.

“We are care co-ordinators and provide emotional support and specialist knowledge for patients with early cancer and developed cancer,” Michelle said. The breast care nurses understand everyone’s

“We’re very respectful of individual choices. We can be there as little or as much as a patient needs or wants.”

“If patients have had surgery in Melbourne or elsewhere, we can still provide support for them,” Abbey said. The breast care nurses also work with patients who may not have cancer. They support patients who have had breast surgeries, including

Both nurses highlighted the significance of regular breast screening. Abbey said women who felt a change in their breast tissue between mammograms should get checked as soon as possible. “I would encourage women to embrace their self-care and be aware of changes in their anatomy,” she said. “It is important to feel for lumps and look for visible changes of your breasts, such as dimpling, inversion of the nipple or any skin changes and have them checked.”

Michelle lives her dream

TO HELP OTHERS A childhood dream sparked the journey that would see Michelle Parish become a McGrath Foundation breast care nurse. “Since I was a child, I have wanted to be a nurse so I could care for people,” she said. For 30 years, Michelle has been caring for patients in surgical, medical and oncology departments. She had been working in Goulburn Valley Health’s intensive care unit for eight years when the hospital applied to the McGrath Foundation for funding to establish a new

breast care nursing role to provide dedicated support to women in the local community. The hospital was successful and Michelle stepped into her new role in May 2009. Michelle described her role as humbling and said she was grateful for the opportunity to provide support to people at such a stressful period of their lives. “I have built strong relationships with my patients and their families when assisting them throughout their cancer experience,” she said.

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t was a passion for healthcare and a calling to care for people that led Abbey Stanbrook to her position as a Goulburn Valley Health breast care nurse.

hugely rewarding.

For more than 10 years, Abbey has been working as a nurse in the Goulburn Valley, Melbourne and the United Kingdom.

“I will often sit with my patients and their families in meetings with oncologists to help make sense of the complex information that is being communicated,” she said.

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Abbey provides health and wellbeing support in person, on the phone, as part of support groups, at the hospital or home.

“I also help liaise with the surgical team to help assess patient wounds and assist with healing treatments.”

Pink Ribbon Day 2016

PICKING UP THE PACE FOR

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ith participation up at this year’s Shepparton Running Festival 5 km Pink Ribbon Run, funds to contribute to breast cancer research have increased. Against the backdrop of Shepparton’s picturesque Victoria Park Lake on the last Sunday afternoon in August, about 170 people pulled on their runners to raise money and awareness.

Edwards said they hosted the annual Pink Ribbon Run because as a community club, they wanted to support the locals as well as a local organisation.

varying abilities took on the challenge to run or walk the distance. “It’s a distance that allows people to walk too. Five kilometres is doable for all ages and capabilities,” Sharon said.

“We felt that breast cancer was one of those things that affected a lot of us, whether it was immediate or someone we knew. It was a cause close to a lot of our hearts,” Nadine said.

A total of $700 was raised for the National Breast Cancer Foundation, with the remaining half of funds from the run donated to support the Leukaemia Foundation.

“It was lovely to have such a strong, supportive network of people and we saw heaps of pink (T-shirts), which was really great,” event director Sharon Scholz said.

“We are really happy to have been involved and half the profits for that event will be a donation to the foundation,” Sharon said.

A mix of men, women, boys and girls of

Shepparton Runners Club president Nadine

Money raised from the run will be added to the total fundraising at the Pink Ribbon Brunch and donated to the NBCF to aid in the research for the prevention and cure of breast cancer.

This year marked the fourth Pink Ribbon Run.

Breast cancer awareness tips DID YOU KNOW? •

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Australian women diagnosed with breast cancer have an 89.6 per cent chance of surviving five years after diagnosis. Improvements in survival are attributed to earlier detection of breast cancer through regular mammograms and improved treatment outcomes for breast cancer.

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About eight women die from breast cancer every day in Australia.

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Breast cancer can also affect men, accounting for about 1 per cent of cases. About 110 men are diagnosed in Australia each year.

EARLY DETECTION — SIGNS TO LOOK FOR •

A lump, lumpiness or thickening of the breast.

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A change in shape, crusting, a sore or ulcer, redness or inversion of the nipple.

related to the normal monthly cycle and occurs only in one breast.

TIPS FOR CHECKING BREASTS •

Use a mirror to get to know the usual look and shape of your breasts.

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Become familiar with the feel of your breasts at different times of the month. You might find this easiest in the shower or bath, lying in bed or getting dressed. Feel all the breast tissue from the collarbone to below the bra line and under the armpit, using the pads of your fingers.

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Discharge from the nipple that is blood stained, clear or occurs without squeezing.

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Changes in the skin of the breast, such as any puckering or dimpling of the skin, unusual redness or other colour change.

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Changes in the size or shape of the breast.

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Unusual or persistent pain that is not

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Pink Ribbon Day 2016

A CHANCE

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uring a normal visit to her parents’ Strathmerton farm with her sisters 22 years ago, some girl talk led to a shock discovery for Gordana Vukelic.

hospital) by telling the women there to be positive,” she said. “I had to be positive before it beat me.”

“We were all feeling and I noticed one big lump and one little lump in my right breast.”

Yearly check-ups had been clear for almost two decades but just four years ago, 19 years after her first diagnosis, a routine mammogram revealed that the cancer had returned to her right breast.

One week later, Gordana was lying in a hospital bed with a diagnosis of stage one, grade three breast cancer.

“There was a tiny spot on my breast and they (doctors) thought it was just a cyst at first,” Gordana said.

“I told the doctor to take both (breasts) off but they didn’t want to get rid of a perfectly good one,” she said.

“I had a bad feeling it was cancer.

After an operation to remove the cancer and six weeks of chemotherapy, Gordana was sent to Melbourne for intensive radiation therapy.

Since the cancer had returned a second time, Gordana was advised to have a mastectomy and a subsequent breast reconstruction.

For three months while she stayed in Melbourne, Gordana had to leave her threeyear-old son Stefan with her parents. “I had nobody in Melbourne. I used to ring home every day,” she said.

Unfortunately, complications arose with the expander that was inserted and an infection meant that Gordana needed to be flown to Melbourne for emergency treatment and recovery in intensive care.

“It was very hard. Stefan would visit with my parents once a fortnight and he’d tell me he didn’t want to go home and he wanted to stay with me.”

“After that, I went to a specialist who said they could take some of my stomach fat to do the reconstruction, but I thought about it hard and decided I didn’t want to,” she said.

There were some moments when Gordana simply needed to have a good cry. However, most of the time her positivity triumphed.

“I had had enough of operations.

“Mum said, ‘have you girls been checked for lumps in your breasts?’” Gordana said.

“I brightened up the place (Melbourne

“I broke down.”

“I’m not worried about it. I mean, I’d like to have a breast there. I just didn’t want to go under the knife again.”

Gordana holds up a photo taken when she was undergoing chemotherapy. Unless she went to a function, Gordana was happy to go without a wig, usually opting to wear a beanie. Pictures: Holly Curtis.

Instead of the reconstruction, Gordana has been purchasing special bras with inserts in the right side. Just two years ago, Gordana had another curve ball thrown at her when she was diagnosed with a new illness — bowel cancer. The operation and chemotherapy that followed was not new, however, and she took it all in her stride. “I had to be here because of my son. He was my rock. He pulled me through,” Gordana said. While it has been a tough road for the single mother, Gordana, now 58, was grateful to her parents, who have since passed on, and a close friend for their constant support. “I didn’t have any friends who had gone through it,” she said. “It was hard to tell them about it because they don’t really understand what you’re going through. But when I needed to talk I used to go to my good friend Vera. “I’m still here to talk about it.” Just like her mother, Gordana urges women to be proactive. “Go early to see your doctor and have yourself checked,” she said. “It can happen to anyone.” OCTOBER 2016 |

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Screening is the best form of prevention

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Pink Ribbon Day Treatment for breast cancer is available locally at GV Health. However, early detection is key to help ensure a better outcome. Remember to have a free screening mammogram every two years, if you are 50 or over. Contact your GP or Breastscreen Victoria on Ph: 13 20 50 to make an appointment today. GV Health has a dedicated team of surgeons, medical oncologists, visiting radiation oncologists, breast care nurses and allied health professionals to care for patients affected by breast cancer.

For more information about Breast Care Services at GV Health, contact: Abbey Stanbrook GV Health Breast Care Nurse 0408 322 455

Michelle Parish GV Health McGrath Breast Care Nurse 0400 569 828

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