WATCH FOR STUDENTS
With students heading back to school for Term 3 this week, drivers are urged to drive with care and adhere to the school zone speed limits. These 40km speed limits are in place before and after school times to ensure children and pedestrians around schools are safe while crossing the road, walking to school and exiting school gates. They apply in the morning and afternoons during school terms.
STAG SEEKS CAST & CREW
Are you interested in being part of the cast or crew for Shepparton Theatre Art Group’s summer performance of The Vicar of Dibley? Join STAG at 7 pm on July 24 at STAG’s Black Box Theatre (17-Wheeler Street, Shepparton) for more information.
Multiple backstage positions are open for those not keen to be on stage but would still like to be part of this production. Adapted from the much loved and hilarious British TV show, this play will be presented by STAG in November/December 2024. Cast and crew must be aged 18+. Contact STAG for more info: info@stagtheatre.com or web: www.stagtheatre.com
SARAH’S DAY FUNDRAISER
Tickets are now available for ‘Sarah’s Day’, the Seymour FNC’s annual Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) fundraiser held on July 20. The event was a resounding success last season, with SFNC donating $13,000 to the BCNA. The day will kick off from 2 pm in the SFNC clubrooms, with netball matches finishing prior to the event and senior football played in the background. Tickets are $20, which includes high tea and a glass of prosecco on arrival with drinks at bar prices. Tickets can be purchased online: https://www.trybooking.com/CTGUU
DRUM JOINS AFL VIC BOARD
Former Federal Member for Nicholls and AFL footballer and coach, Damian Drum, has been appointed an external director for the AFL Victoria board. Drum was born in Shepparton and raised on a dairy farm in Congupna. He played 63 games for Geelong in the VFL (now AFL) from 1982-89, before embarking on a long coaching career. He said, “I understand the importance of the game and the role it plays in connecting communities, while also appreciating the challenges faced by those involved in football and the support that AFL Victoria can provide. I look forward to being a connection point between AFL Victoria and country football and playing a role in ensuring that country football continues to grow and prosper.”
UPDATE ON SHEPPARTON POSTAL SERVICES
Locals reached out to The Adviser after hearing that AusPost delivery services in Shepparton would be changing operations. An Australia Post spokesperson has shared that Australia Post’s current parcel delivery contractor for Shepparton and surrounding areas will finish up in late July after making the decision to move on.
“To ensure delivery services continue as usual, Australia Post has conducted tender process and next week will welcome a new contractor to the area. As is the case nationwide, contractors are responsible for managing their own staffing arrangements.
“We look forward to working with our new contractor, a Shepparton local, and thank the outgoing business partner for their service to the community.”
The spokesperson has shared that locals should see no difference in parcel delivery services.
BEGA CELEBRATES 125TH BIRTHDAY
Aussie favourite Bega Group, which owns Tatura Milk and is well known for its beloved cheese and pantry staples, has marked a its 125th year! Beyond being a cheese powerhouse, Bega now holds the iconic Vegemite spread and Bega peanut butter under its wing, plus processes a significant portion of Goulburn Valley’s milk. To celebrate in true Aussie style, Bega transformed their hometown on July 15th, their anniversary, into a “Toastie Town” – handing out free toasties featuring their famous cheese and Vegemite.
Bega’s journey started in 1899 as a local NSW dairy cooperative. Since then, it’s become a top ASX 300 company and a giant in the FMCG industry. “Our success would not be possible without the support of Australia,” said executive chairman, Barry Irvin. “As we celebrate this milestone with a toastie or two, we look forward to continuing to build on our legacy with new products and sustainable practices that meet the evolving needs of our consumers.”
DROWSEY CHAPERONE
Notre Dame College students are gearing up for their production of The Drowsey Chaperone, showing at Riverlinks Westside July 25-27. The production is based on the book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar, and tickets are available by contacting Riverlinks or going to riverlinksvenues.com.au
