The Adviser 1637

breathes new life into Bypass plan

THE Shepparton Bypass could become a reality if the Liberal-National coalition government are elected, promising to invest $260M towards stage one of the long-overdue project last week.

Matt Guy, leader of the Victorian Liberal Party said he would end the stalemate and release the business case, which has been kept private from successive state and federal governments.

BIG REASONS

WHAT better way to show Victoria that Shepparton is back on track and ready to dazzle as a premiere tourist destination than to celebrate the Museum of Vehicle Evolution’s (MOVE) first birthday on Sunday, November 20.

With a triumphant first year exceeding all expectation and with more than 25,000 visitors flowing through its doors, MOVE CEO Peter Hill said, “On MOVE’s first birthday we’re showing people that Shepparton is open and ready for business. It is also an opportunity to thank all the

people who have supported us, whether through visitation, sponsorship or by becoming a member.

“We have well and truly succeeded over the last 12 months and there is an even brighter future for the museum moving forward.”

Walk this way for dementia

IT is estimated that an incredible 400,000 people in Australia currently have dementia. Given it affects so many people across our nation, it’s time to get the conversation flowing and remove the stigma facing such a diagnosis can incite.

Kyabram local Mick Simpson is at the forefront of a movement aiming to not only raise awareness of dementia, but to deliver social support for sufferers in the Goulburn Murray region.

Mick had inklings there was something amiss prior to his diagnosis in early 2019, but things came to ahead when he found himself unable to remember how to get back home, via roads he had travelled on countless times throughout the years.

“I didn’t have my phone or a GPS with me, I forgot them” explained Mick.

“In hindsight, there were signs earlier on, such as me falling over for no apparent reason, but getting a diagnosis can be harder than you imagine. Symptoms can be put down to needing a break, working too hard or sleep issues, and it takes a bit

in Melbourne. He also received a COTA (Council on the Ageing) 2022 Victoria Senior Achiever Award for his stellar efforts.

Mick, in conjunction with Kyabram Community & Learning Centre Inc, host a ‘Dementia Café’ session, a safe space where people and their carers can have a chat, gain some information, and enjoy a nice afternoon out.

The sessions, referred to as, 'Don’t Demention It' are held the last Thursday of every month at 1pm at KCLC (except this December).

Support in regional areas for dementia is crucial. Isolation, both self-imposed or through difficulty for friends and family to come to terms with dementia, can be debilitating. And Mick wants people to know that dementia isn’t a life sentence. With correct support and rich social connections, people post-diagnosis can go on to live fulfilled lives.

The next step for Mick and KCLC is to build an alliance with businesses across the region, to form a fundraising stronghold for both Dementia Australia and the continuation and expansion of social support groups for those who need someone to chat to. If you are in a position to lend

call KCLC on 5852 0000

Kicking flood victims when they’re already down

MOOROOPNA resident Rebecca was perplexed by an influx of letters arriving to her address of 20 years earlier this week, all from Centrelink, addressed to complete strangers.

Rebecca was sadly forced from her home when Mooroopna flooded last month, but adding further distress is the apparent registration of her address to strangers who have never met Rebecca, believed to be a part of an attempt to claim flood relief payments.

“I have received 14 letters so far, all names I’ve never even heard of,” explained Rebecca, displaying the thick stack of envelopes.

“I am not the only flood victim this has

happened to, and have read it also happened to Lismore flood victims.”

Rebecca has done her best to rectify the situation but has been frustrated with the lack of real response or any sort of protocol to protect the addresses of those already facing a barrage of uphill battles after a natural disaster.

“I went into Centrelink, but was not met with the response I expected. I was told to just keep dropping them off as they arrive. I thought logically that surely, they can put a block on my address being registered to these people who certainly don’t live there but was told that is not possible.

“I couldn’t drop off or discuss the letters

Welford Street redevelopment continues

WORKS on stage four of the Welsford Street Redevelopment commenced on Monday, November 14, with anticipated completion in early March 2023.

Stage four works, to be undertaken by Apex Earthworks, includes reconfiguration of the signalised Welsford Street and Fryers Street intersection with an additional right hand turning lane. It also involves works to reconfigure the Fryers Street and Marungi Street “T” intersection so that Marungi Street is left turn in and left turn out only.

The works also involve pavement upgrades,

upgrade to traffic signals and surrounding landscaping. The upgrade is designed to improve the standard of traffic flow along Welsford Street and will result in safer traffic movements.

Road closures will be in place during the works with the Welsford Street and Fryers Street intersection closed to motorists. People travelling in the area are advised to follow the traffic management and detour signage in place.

Council has created a webpage to provide project updates on the Welsford

without identifying myself and being asked many questions, but strangers can just somehow register that they live at my address, no questions asked.”

Rebecca did have a more helpful suggestion from a Centrelink customer service phone operator who suggested she mark the letters

as ‘return to sender’ and drop into a post box instead of attending the office every time she had letters to drop off.

“I’m just confused as to why there’s not a way to block people from doing this and safeguard people’s identity details. We now have so much to deal with post-flood, and this adds to the list.”

PLAN YOUR ROUTE...

Stage 4 works of the Welsford Street Redevelopment began on Monday. The works are expected to take around three to four months to complete, with anticipated completion in early March 2023.

Photo: Supplied

Residents can also sign-up for email updates by “subscribing to updates” on the right-hand side of the webpage at greatershepparton.com.au/

welsford-street-redevelopment

For further information, contact Council on 5832 9700.

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Best Day Ever: Adviser wins publishing award

THE Victorian Country Press Association (VCPA) held its annual conference on Friday, November 11 in Melbourne at the RACV City Club. At the awards ceremony that night, The Shepparton Adviser proudly accepted the 2022 Best Magazine/ Special Publication Award for the Best Day Ever wedding magazine.

The judges' comments read, “This magazine is the real deal. Its advertisers should be impressed and the team behind it should be proud.”

Best Day Ever is a wedding magazine published in June of this year. It is the first wedding magazine The Adviser has published. Showcasing the fantastic local businesses that service weddings and celebrating local couples on the biggest day of their life, it is a project that has been immensely successful.

The judge went on to say, “In a magazine about matrimony, it is fitting that advertising and editorial elements have been perfectly matched. Nothing is out of place. The careful design helps the reader move between stories and advertising in equal measure,

“The photography is stunning, as one

would expect with this topic, but it doesn’t overpower the publication’s interesting and informative written elements. The blend of useful topics and personal stories keeps the reader engaged.”

Thank you to the couples, businesses and photographers who contributed to Best Day Ever, from the whole publishing team at The Adviser. Without you, a special publication of this calibre would not be possible.

Copies can be collected at our offices or read for free online: issuu.com/adviser/ docs/wedding_flip

Big reasons to celebrate 1st birthday

continued from front page

FAMED for its world class historical displays, MOVE’s first birthday celebrations will be a thoroughly enjoyable day, with something for everyone including new car, boat and jet skis displays as well as a miniature railway and radio-controlled aircraft.

There will be an abundance of special activities to entertain the kids, while adults can kick-back and relax in the food-court area and bar.

With all this and so much more on the day, celebrating one of Shepparton’s most iconic destinations is an event that can’t be missed.

MOVE’s first birthday is on Sunday, November 20 from 10am-4pm. Entry is $10 for individuals and $30 for families. For additional information you can visit the MOVE website at www. moveshepparton.com.au or call (03) 5823 5833.

MOVE is located at 7723 Goulburn Valley Highway, Kialla.

“This magazine is the real deal. Its advertisers should be impressed and the team behind it should be proud.”

Big win for the Barmah Brumbies

A HELICOPTER dropped large round bales of hay last week to starving brumbies and other wildlife, trapped on an island surrounded by flood water.

After inaction from the RSPCA and government authorities, volunteers from the Barmah Brumby Preservation Group took the initiative to organise and pay for the feed, fuel and use of the helicopter to deliver the much-needed sustenance to animals stranded on islands created by flooding, in the Barmah National Park, north-east of Echuca.

An amazing win for the group and the Brumbies also came to fruition late last week, with the Incident Command Centre (ICC) taking control of the starvation incident, after a complaint was lodged by the group.

The ICC have committed to feeding stranded Brumbies, kangaroos and wallabies. They have instructed Parks Victoria to commence feeding these animals.

It has been confirmed that upon veterinary instruction, 60 round bales of hay a week will be airlifted onto the island for as long as flooding continues.

“It was so important to save these animals as

The Department of Health is pleased to invite applications for part time board director positions of public health services, public hospitals (including early parenting centres), multi purpose services, Ambulance Victoria, HealthShare Victoria and the Victorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare) with terms of office commencing from 1 July 2023.

These positions provide an exciting opportunity for members of the Victorian public to contribute to the health and wellbeing of our communities. Applicants are selected for their capabilities, including personal and professional attributes, skills, knowledge, and experience that contribute to the strategic leadership of public health care for the Victorian community.

Safe and high quality healthcare for all Victorians is a priority of the Department of Health. Applicants must be able to demonstrate and provide evidence in support of the capabilities they identify in their applications.

The Department of Health is committed to ensuring boards, and committees, reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. We encourage applications from women, people of all ages, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and from lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse, intersex and queer people.

Applications close at Midnight Monday 21 November 2022 Further information including how to apply, please visit www.health.vic.gov.au/board-applications

they may be the last remaining herd of Brumbies in the Park. It was also crucial because we will not accept cruelty in any fashion, whether it be to native or introduced animals. Cruelty by starvation is unacceptable,” said group vice president, Murray Willaton.

“Our work is only just starting as Parks Vic now state they want to work with us, and these horses may well end up living on our sanctuary. I cannot stress how momentous this is. Thank you to everyone that has worked so hard to save the Brumbies.

“If it not for our action and efforts to feed the Brumbies in the first instance, the consequences

would have been dire. It also shed light on the absolute inaction from anyone else to stop the inhumane treatment of these animals, which has now resulted in a brilliant win.”

DONATING THE BASICS... Knowing only too well the damage and heart ache that floods can bring, Pillow Talk’s headoffice in Queensland sent a pallet of hotel quality towels, sheets and quilt covers to its Shepparton store last week. Store manager, Janine Warner (right) and team leader, Steph Heenan were glad to call customers who they knew were in need before sending their donated stock to Council for further distribution.

$260M breathes new life into Bypass plan

“PEOPLE of Shepparton, Mooroopna and the whole Goulburn Valley are sick of this debate. They want action. I totally understand that after the recent floods, everyone knows how just having the causeway between the two towns is not good enough.

“There needs to be that second crossing, and to me, the most important thing is making sure we realise that second crossing over the Goulburn,” he said.

Nationally significant roads are funded on an 80:20 split, 80 percent from the Commonwealth and 20 percent from the state. Mr Guy said with this commitment, he’s confident the Federal Government would provide their share.

“We are saying straight out, we are here to front up with our money. We’re asking the Federal Government then to

partner with us, should there be a change of government, and get on with the project,” said Mr Guy.

The community has lobbied for a bypass and second river crossing since the mid-1990s. Shepparton Bypass Action Group chair Peter Johnson was delighted with the news and said this was the closest the project has been to getting off the ground.

Artist, visitor and family are All Together at SAM

INSPIRING children with artistic family portraiture, workstation and camera, artists Meredith Turnball and Ross Coulter have ingeniously involved young creatives in their new exhibition, All Together

Opening in the Children’s Gallery at the Shepparton Art Museum on Saturday, November 12, All Together is a collaborative project between visitor and artist.

Playfully referencing the history of group portraiture, the exhibition expands upon the notion of what constitutes ‘family’.

Presenting a collection of group photos, the Children’s Gallery has been transformed into

a creative workspace featuring a large, quilted backdrop and selfie station where gallery goers can self-compose their own group portrait.

Encouraging children to choreograph their family and friends, Meredith and Ross hope the space will motivate young creatives to reflect upon the special people in their lives while also giving them a chance to create.

Meredith said, “This exhibition is specifically for kids, and it’s the first time that we’re really giving them an opportunity to lead.

“We’ve had a variety of responses from kids with some feeling quite shy while others have been confident and have enjoyed taking a strong

authorial role in the image.”

BACKING THE BYPASS...

The state Liberal-National coalition will commit $260M to get on with stage one of the Shepparton Bypass and realise a second river crossing.

Pictured from left are Member for Northern Victoria Wendy Lovell, Nationals candidate Kim O’Keeffe, Greater Shepparton mayor Cr Shane Sali, leader of the Nationals Peter Walsh, leader of the Liberals Matt Guy and Liberal candidate Cheryl Hammer. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

“Over the last 25 years, this is the first time that we've had a state government, or potential state government, make the commitment in relation to $260 million dollars being their 20 percent proportion of the development.”

“I think there’s every chance that will create far more pressure on the current state government.”

Describing All Together as a project which draws contemplation about family as a concept, SAM CEO Melinda Martin said, “This project allows kids to connect and engage with the world to create images. While we are hoping young families can come, we know that groups

of friends will also come too and enjoy this playful and active space.”

In January, visitors will have the opportunity to become a lasting part of the All Together Project when Meredith and Ross return to take professional group photos which will be included in the growing exhibition.

Welsford Street Stage 4 Upgrade CONSTRUCTION WORKS

Changed traffic conditions and road closure for Welsford Street and Fryers Street Intersection

Works will commence at the Welsford Street and Fryers Street intersection on Monday, 14 November 2022 with completion in late March 2023, weather permitting.

WELSFORD STREET

Traffic travelling south is unable to proceed straight but can turn left on Nixon Street (to Wyndham Street and CBD) and then right on High Street (to Mooroopna).

WELSFORD STREET

Traffic travelling north is unable to proceed straight, detour at the High Street / Welsford Street intersection to High Street / Wyndham Street intersection to continue heading north. Traffic accessing local businesses can enter the off-street car park.

FRYERS STREET

Traffic travelling east from Mooroopna is able to proceed straight to Wyndham Street on High Street. No left or right turns available into Marungi Street or Welsford Street.

FRYERS STREET

Traffic travelling west on Fryers Street will be required to detour at the Wyndham/Fryers Street intersection to Wyndham/High intersection then turn right to head to Mooroopna. Traffic accessing local businesses will be allowed.

Project updates and a traffic management plan will be available on Council’s website. greatershepparton.com.au

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An emporium of delightful treasures

IN the heart of the Shepparton CBD exists a treasure trove of curated, lovingly hand - crafted items, a hub to showcase the creations of talented artists, makers and collectors.

Emporium 3630 is a unique concept, a store akin to an indoor market, where everything from handmade earrings, essential oils and candles through to showpiece homewares and wooden creations are for sale.

Rob and Karen lease shelf space in their primely located, spacious store, from as little as $40 a month, to those seeking to sell their wares without the effort holding a market stall requires.

Launching one’s own business can be daunting, but the ability to stock your items in a preestablished shop front is an invaluable steppingstone and a way to reach new customers.

The range of items is so varied, when you’re seeking something extra special, make sure you call in to take a look.

“We have something for everyone,” said Rob.

“There are unique artworks, high-quality clothing and currently, an abundance of Christmas decorations, trinkets and gifts unlike anything you’d see mass-produced.”

Located at 147-149 High St, Shepparton, Emporium 3630 is open Monday 10am until 5pm, Tuesday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, 10am to 4pm on Saturdays and 10am to 3pm Sundays. For any enquiries, please call 0431 333 649 or send an email to emporium3630@gmail.com. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and Instagram where they regularly post updates and photos of new stock.

Local sports star becomes world champion for a second time

IN a stunning display of incredible fitness, skill and talent, Shepparton Hall of Fame inductee, Emma O’Keeffe was crowned sports aerobics world champion in the singles division on Saturday, November 5 in

Ostrava in the Czech Republic.

First winning the title in 2012, in New Zealand, Emma has competed in the sport which combines traditional aerobics, rhythmic gymnastics, dance and choreography for over 20 years.

Winning a swag of team and singles titles along the way, Emma has trained with tireless and steely determination, often travelling extensively to be with teammates

Taking a year off teaching and moving to Newcastle to be with renown coach Vivian Lattimore, Emma once again exemplified

Watching the livestream of the final's competition in the early hours of November 5, proud mum, Kim O’Keeffe knew without doubt that her daughter had triumphed once

“Emma just did everything right; I’ve been around these competitions for a long time, and she just looked so comfortable on stage, even with a French competitor just points behind her coming out of the semi-

When asked how proud she was of her

daughter

the coveted international title for a second time Kim said, “It was wonderful to see Emma’s commitment and dedication come to fruition after 20 years of competition. As

a

all hope our

for things and find success, but through all

TO THE WORLD HOW SHEER HARD WORK AND PERSISTENCE CAN TAKE TALENT TO THE TOP...

Strong family freight business continues to grow

ALWAYS with a responsive eye on customer service, the story of KC’s Freight is one of resilience, adaptability and sheer hard work.

A 22-year strong family business, KC’s Freight has evolved from its inception as a humble parcel

delivery service between Shepparton and local townships to a sizeable freight and Australiawide logistics service.

Owned and operated by Mal and Cheri Terlich and with three of their four children

onboard, replicating their parents’ strong work ethic, the family business is devoted to providing a flexible service to its clientele.

“We ship and send freight all over Australia. We say no to very little, if someone wants to move something, we make it happen” said Mal.

“We’ve got some pretty strong connections in the industry,” said eldest son, Justin, “...and with Juvena (younger sister) running operations in the office, we soon get things moving.”

Implementing new processes overtime, Justin says that the family is comfortable with growing the business further because they maintain control over the fast paced and dynamic nature of the enterprise. With 16 crosstrained staff, KC’s Freight now delivers furniture

for two major retailers and is well equipped to move furniture and white goods door to door residential, establishing a new arm of the business.

When asked about what underpins the tenacity of KC’s Freight, Cheri was quick to admire her husband’s sheer hard work and determination while acknowledging Justin’s keen eyed and fresh perspective.

A little more philosophical Mal stated, “We talk about a culture of giving over receiving. I ask my workers to come and work well so I do well, and I come to work so they do well. I think that’s a bit unique. We don’t shout it from the rooftops, we just go about doing what we do.”

One step further

KYABRAM Town Hall Gallery & Information Centre is home to four gallery spaces within its heritage walls. The Community Gallery, The Classic Gallery, The Isobel Harvie Gallery and the Splinter Contemporary Gallery.

Until November 26, the winning entries from the ‘One Step Further 2022’ Victorian Quilters Inc exhibition will be on display. The biennial exhibition, which was open to all textile artists in Australia & New Zealand, kept a contemporary theme. ‘One Step Further’ was purely for entrants who wish to push the boundaries of quilt making.

A big congratulations to Judy Hooworth for winning ‘One Step Further 2022’ with her quilt Mangroves – Low Tide at Lake Eraring

Kyabram Town Hall Gallery & Information Centre is open Monday through Saturday from 10am until 4pm. It is located at 199-209 Allan Street, and they can be contacted via email at info@kyabramtownhall.com.au or via phone on 5832 1546.

Celebrating 35 years of Fun, Fellowship and Friendship

ON November 10, 1987, the first meeting for Probus Club of Shepparton Inc was convened with a Mr Ian Watts presiding as president.

According to an excerpt from the opening Probus Club’s newsletter, the first order of business was to minimise expenses for the occasional ‘extravagance,’ while the following meeting would concentrate on the ‘professionalism in the art of tea making.’

Originally an all-men’s club, it wasn’t long before the women’s club joined, providing retired and semi-retired members with the opportunity to connect socially while enjoying interests, jaunts and events.

For long serving members, Maurice Rowland and John Dempster, Probus has provided them with invaluable fellowship, friendship and fun over the many years John said, “For me, being a member of Probus has been about companionship and meeting people from all different walks of life, listening to their interesting stories and meeting with them across countless trips, outings and gatherings.”

For Maurice, aside from the camaraderie, being a Probus member has given him the gratifying opportunity to enjoy countless bus excursions across Victoria, visit many ‘local concerns’ and engage in topics of interest, as he said, “We’ve had many guest speakers on a wide range of matters,

and we get to know every member behind the badge, but it’s the bus trips to Melbourne, Echuca and so on that I would say are the highlights.”

With around 55 current members, Probus president Ken

Sheed welcomes additional flood support funds

THE State Government will invest $13M to secure accommodation for flood-affected residents in Shepparton and Mooroopna.

Independent Member for Shepparton District, Suzanna Sheed, welcomed the funding, which will help set up a new Shepparton Housing Taskforce to assist flood-affected residents access short- and medium-term accommodation.

“This will be such a huge weight off the shoulders of many residents who are on the cusp of homelessness or may be living in overcrowded homes with families and friends while awaiting repairs to their flood-

damaged homes,” Ms Sheed said.

“I have been in constant conversations with the Victorian Government to seek that additional help for our residents, especially those who have been staying at the Shepparton Emergency Relief Centre.

“I was pleased to see that Homes Victoria will increase its number of social housing properties in the district to help residents following the flood.

“While these measures will help residents in their time of need, many of them just want to return to their homes and the Victorian Government, Greater Shepparton

Former mayor and community leader dies

FORMER Shepparton mayor Jeremy Gaylard passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 12 at Bupa Bellarine Lakes, Geelong.

Mr Gaylard held the mayoral position for the City of Greater Shepparton between 1988 and 1990, as well as serving on state Landcare committees, chairman of the Melbourne Market Authority in 1990, and holding numerous other key positions in agriculture as a farmer and a stock and station agent.

His key achievement was with the Salinity Pilot Program, a control program that had state-wide significance in addressing the risk of salinity that threatened the Goulburn Valley in the 1980s and ‘90s.

Mr Gaylard was an adored public figure, husband to Felicity (Flip), father to his children Emma and James (Jim), father-inlaw to Simon and Anna, and grandfather to his six grandchildren Sophie, Sam, Olivia and Alexandra (Alex), Gus and Blayne

Family and friends came together to celebrate Mr Gaylard’s life at a funeral

Jones, is keen to welcome new people. With an opportunity to make new friends, learn new skills and explore new interests and hobbies, enquiries can be directed to Ken on 0419 586 784 or you can email him at kwjones1948@gmail.com

HOUSING SUPPORT...

$13M will be invested by the State Government for short- and mediumterm accomodation to assist flood-affected residents. Pictured are Greater Shepparton City Council mayor Cr Shane Sali, Emergency Services Minister Jaclyn Symes, Independent Member for Shepparton District Suzanna Sheed and Shepparton Incident controller Ray Jasper.

Tickets selling fast

THIS weekend, Goulburn Valley Academy of Ballet proudly presents their 2022 concert, The Gypsy Princess and Other Dances, at Riverlinks.

With a show on Saturday, November 19 and one on Sunday, November 20, limited tickets are left so book now to ensure you don’t miss out.

The feature ballet, The Gypsy Princess, is a bright, lively ballet set in Spain many years ago, and includes all ballet students.

The students are also performing the iconic ballet, Peter and the Wolf, with characters represented by different instruments of the orchestra.

The concert concludes with the energetic jazz students performing to the theme of On Broadway, including fun dance routines from Shrek, The Wiz, Matilda, Grease, Moulin Rouge and many other well-loved musicals.

After a year of perseverance, dedication and hard work, Goulburn Valley Academy of Ballet students will delight their audience of friends and family with an afternoon showcasing their refined dancing skills.

To book tickets to this unmissable performance, visit riverlinksvenues.online. red61.com.au/event/829:1927.

AN UNMISSABLE PERFORMANCE...

Goulburn Valley Academy of Ballet proudly presents their 2022 concert, The Gypsy Princess and Other Dances, which will be performed this weekend at Riverlinks. It is the cumulation of a year of dedication and hardwork of the students, and tickets are selling

LETTERS Letters to the Editor

WATER POLICY MUST BE RECONSIDERED

Dear Editor,

Once again our riverside communities have had to band together and endure the natural flooding which occurs periodically in our part of the world.

We can’t control the rainfall, but it is the absolute epitome of ‘environmental water flows’. It highlights the continuing stupidity of the Murray Darling Basin Plan then, that despite having thousands of gigalitres of natural environmental flows (from rainfall) down our rivers, that in this same wet year, the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder (CEWH) in conjunction with the Murray Darling Basin Authority will exacerbate an already fragile water system by again pushing thousands of gigalitres down the system.

Many who follow the water debate have looked on in horror when, in dry years, the CEWH has held the majority of water and pushed water down the system whilst farmers and irrigators had their water allocations slashed and could only watch the water go past them. In effect, making a dry year, dryer for food producers.

However, the mindless stupidity of this plan does not only play out in dry years. In wet years, like the one we are experiencing, these agencies will either push thousands of gigalitres more water down a fragile river system OR take up precious dam capacity for upcoming years which directly reduces future drought-proofing for food producers... Doing precisely the opposite of what our forefathers built this irrigation

infrastructure for.

In short, we continue to endure a policy which makes dry years dryer for food producers and exacerbates environmental damage in record wet years like the current one.

As a final point just to reassure all readers we have reached peak madness when it comes to water policy in this country. The much discussed ‘450GL’ was only ever supposed to be returned to the environment if it could be proven that no further socioeconomic damage would be imposed on irrigation communities. The current federal ALP government has now made it clear that they will dismiss the damage already done to communities, and worse, pursue a further 450GL for ‘the environment’.

Policymakers need to understand that in order to push this additional amount of water down the river each year – ALL major rivers would need to run at a minor flood level, all year round, to get that much water down the system. Government will then have created a situation where minor flood levels existed all year round causing a completely unnatural scenario where both environmental damage is caused, and food production would be further jeopardized due to increased water insecurity.

Whilst many Australians are tearing their hair out at a potential increase in electricity costs of 50 percent over the next 18 months. Consider how precarious family farming food producers are battling both higher electricity prices and further water insecurity in dry years. We should not have

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to wait until our food security is threatened before we see real policy change in this space.

I call on all policymakers to look at this situation and do better. The status-quo is a hodge podge of bandaids built on a fundamentally flawed, unadaptable, water volume-based system which unbelievably manages to consistently fail every single stakeholder.

VOTE TO REVERSE ENERGY CRISIS

To the Editor,

The solution to the self-inflicted energy crisis is simple – restore baseload power, the one which the economy of this state was built.

There is a vast amount of coal to supply cheap power for hundreds of years. We have an abundance of reserves of coal, gas and water. And what does the ALP government do? It destroys coal fired generators, taxes them to subsidise expensive, unreliable intermittent renewables.

Anything that would bring prices down the ALP and Greens oppose, including nuclear power. Look at France. The ALP is frustrating Narrabri Gas. They have banned gas exploration in Victoria.

Men like Sir John Monash had the foresight and the skill as head of the State Electricity Commission, to establish coal fired generators and supply network statewide, which would be still quite functioning today. A pity that energy and electricity was

not in the hands of people like Monash, instead of green zealots who wield power well beyond their numbers.

Why doesn’t the opposition have a policy to restore baseload power prices, under baseload. We have gone from one of the world’s cheapest electricity to one of the dearest. People are concerned about the cost-of-living and an opposition that promised to deliver a big reduction in power bills that could be achieved would be a vote winner.

sincerely,

STRANGERS MADE MY DAY

To the Adviser Editor,

During the heavy rainstorm on Tuesday, October 25, my daughter was trying to put my walker into the boot of a small car. She helped me into the front seat and a few moments later, someone put a beautiful bouquet of flowers onto my lap and said compliments of Coles.

I have no idea who that lady was, and I was unable to turn around, so thank you, and that includes the nice young man who picked up my shopping when I dropped it in the wet gutter.

Your thoughtful acts to a stranger were so much appreciated. May your kindness be returned to you both for a long time to come.

Sincerely yours, Anita Hutchison Shepparton

The Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority (GB CMA) and Goulburn Murray Water have released small flows of clean water into the lower Broken Creek to provide safe refuge for native fish in areas affected by hypoxic blackwater.

According to the GB MCA, native fish, including Golden Perch and Murray Cod, have been seen congregating in areas where the water has been delivered.

The GB CMA’s Simon Casanelia urged anglers to be mindful about fishing in these areas.

“We expect the native fish populations have been severely impacted by the blackwater,” he said.

“The remaining fish are already stressed and they will play a crucial role reestablishing populations to the benefit of the local community in coming years.”

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All Saints Anglican School is opening in Shepparton in 2024.

School is looking to appoint its first employee to the role of: Executive Officer

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CHEF WANTED

Looking for a tree change? Market leading Noble Monks Cafe | Cocktail Bar | Restaurant is currently seeking a Chef to expand our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate individual who thrives on new challenges, working in a fast paced busy workplace and consistently delivers to the highest quality. The hours of work will be full-time based on a rotating roster

The job description for chef is as follows and it is not an exhaustive list:

Menu planning, estimating food and labour costs

•Preparing and cooking menu items

•Training and supervision of apprentices and less

•Adhering to, explaining and enforcing of hygiene regulations

Monitoring quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation

Delegation of tasks to other team members

• Supervise Cooks and assist as needed

Monitor food stock and place orders

• Discuss food preparation issues with Managers, Monitor quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation

Requirements:

Diploma Hospitality required including Commercial Cookery

Minimum 2 years’ experience in kitchen

Flexible availability

• Ability to work unsupervised and in a team

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•Refer to our menu - www.noblemonks.com.au to check experience in cuisine

This position is full time (38 hours per week)

Salary $55,000-$60,000

The successful applicant must show commitment and have a can-do attitude. Above award rates apply for an immediate start.

To apply for this position please pop in with your current CV at 120-126 Maude Street Shepparton or alternatively email: info@noblemonks.com.au

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PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE OPTUS MOBILE PHONE BASE STATIONS AT SHEPPARTON WITH 5G

Optus plans to upgrade the telecommunications facilities at the below mentioned address with the addition of new 5G equipment:

19 Apollo Drive, SHEPPARTON VIC 3630 (RFNSA: 3630006)

•The replacement of three (3) existing panel antennas with three (3) new panel antennas (each is no more than 2.8m long)

•The replacement of nine (9) existing Remote Radio units (RRUs) with nine (9) new RRUs.

•The installation of ancillary equipment including RRUs, antenna mounts, feeders, cabling, combiners, new GPS antenna and •Other associated equipment, and the works within the existing equipment shelter.

Optus regards the proposed installations as Low-impact Facilities under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 2018 ("The Determination") based on the descriptions above.

In accordance with Section 7 of C564:2020 Mobile Phone Base Station Deployment Code, we invite you to provide feedback about the proposals. Further information and/or comments should be directed to: Wannan Bao or 0428 684 927, or via the Service Stream Wireless Consultation inbox at Optus.submissions@servicestream.com.au or 2167, by 5pm, Friday 2 December 2022.

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Teeing off for a spectacular future

BAILEY Goodall is a 16-year-old golfer who, quite simply, has the brightest of futures before him.

With a list of tournament wins and titles as long as a driving iron, Bailey is often referred to as a golfing prodigy. In 2022 alone, the current Victorian Junior State team member has secured the Murray River Junior Masters, the Victorian School Boys competition, and the Adidas Junior Tour Event at Cypress Lakes.

With a current handicap of +2.3, Bailey hopes to one day hit the PGA tour, following in the footsteps of former world number one, Adam Scott who Bailey admires, “Adam Scott has got such a good swing and I feel like he is a good person to try and be like – he’s got the skills and the sportsmanship,” said Bailey.

Sharing world renown coach Dennis McDade with sixtime PGA winner Mark Leishman (amongst other pro-

Incredible result for local gymnasts

FOLLOWING three years of unprecedented disruptions, Shepparton gymnasts from Revival Aerobic Academy have brought home gold from the National Championships held on the Gold Coast, QLD.

Revival Aerobics Studio specialises in sport aerobics and cheerleading classes from beginner level (ages 5+) to elite competition. Revival opened in Shepparton at the end of 2019. Students learnt totally online through 2020 and experienced stop-start competitions and lessons in 2021.

Coach and business co-owner, Sean Reynolds, said, “Nationals has been a long time coming. Winning our first ever nationals is terrific. We’re incredibly proud of our kids. They train two to three times a week and put in so much hard work and

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Their hard work paid off, with 13 squad members bringing home seven gold medals, two silver and three bronze.

Sport aerobics is a high-intensity sport that combines elements from dance and aerobics gymnastics to create a short routine to music. Athletes demonstrate their flexibility, power and strength through various skills such as push-ups, splits and jumps.

“Sports aerobics is great for building confidence but also dedication, resilience, and good sportsmanship whether you win or lose, because often you’re competing against friends,” said Sean.

Revival has begun recruiting new competitive squad athletes for the 2023 season. Every Friday, the studio has a beginner class where potential new students

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