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/SheppartonAdviser No 1:1712
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 2024
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EDUCATION WEEK FEATURE
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INSIDE: ■ International Nurses Week | pages 13 + 14 ■ Letters to the Editor | page 2 ■ Sport Adviser | pages 37 + 38 ■ Classifieds | pages 32 + 33 Education Week 2024 13 – 17 May
Council deliberates budget: rates hike, projects delayed
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AS this week’s Adviser was going to print, on Tuesday, May 7, Greater Shepparton City councillors were meeting to discuss the 2024/2025 Draft Budget. At the end of last year, Council invited community input on the Draft Budget. A report has been prepared outlining key themes from the consultation and how the budget has been Continued Page 10 influenced.
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THE 28TH ANNUAL GOULBURN VALLEY HOSPICE RALLYE… was not only a huge success raising over $84,000 but was also a great deal of fun for all involved. Pictured back row from left: Paddy Kerrins, Tim Girdwood and Loretta Keane. Pictured front row: Val McNamara, Bernadette Girdwood, Jackie Kerrins, Cate Thomas, Myra Quick (holding the cup), Anne Drum, Cindy Luksch and Joan Erikson. Photo: Supplied
Sunshine, smiles and classics raise over $84,000
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By Deanne Jeffers CLASSIC car enthusiasts enjoyed perfect weather as the 28th annual GV Hospice R a l lye rol le d t h rou g h pi c t u r e s qu e Victorian towns, raising an impressive $84,190 for end-of-life care. T h i s y e a r ’s e v e n t s a w s t r o n g par ticipation. With 42 vehicles and
106 participants hitting the road, the camaraderie and community spirit were on full display. A stark contrast to last year’s chilly outing. “The committee is very pleased with the financial result,” said chairperson Kelvin Maude, who was recently honoured with a 10-year recognition for his dedication to
the rallye. “A combination of entry fees, the major raffle, the online auction of 64 donated items, the Saturday Night major auction, and numerous private donations has seen the interim total 2024 donation to Goulburn Valley Hospice Care at Continued Page 31 $84,190.”
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