GOTAFE GVL GRAND FINAL DAY 2018

GOTAFE GVL Grand Final Day 2018

Watch GVL Grand Final

Watch the Goulburn Valley League Grand Final live. MMG will also livestream events across four local leagues in preparation for the crescendo of each season, the grand finals. Here is a run-down of all the coming action to be livestreamed and...

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GOTAFE GVL Grand Final Day 2018

At ease under bright lights

Shepparton will take the bit between its teeth and tackle the hardest task in country football on Sunday.

Tyler Maher
GOTAFE GVL Grand Final Day 2018

Punt on Sheldon pays off

From America to Kyabram — Tom Sheldon’s year has taken him halfway across the world and had him swap sports, yet return to the footy field like he had never left it.

Alex Mitchell
GOTAFE GVL Grand Final Day 2018

Haz what it takes to lead

An early Christmas present could prove to be the gift that keeps on giving for Shepparton.

Tyler Maher
GOTAFE GVL Grand Final Day 2018

‘I shouldn’t really be here’

When one thinks of Kyabram’s devastating forward line, centurion goal-kicker Kayne Pettifer might spring to mind.

Alex Mitchell
GOTAFE GVL Grand Final Day 2018

Pies sourcing extra heat

Kyabram and Euroa will resume their blooming reserves rivalry on Sunday with the ultimate prize on the line — a Goulburn Valley League premiership.

Alex Mitchell

EDITOR'S PICKS

A selection of the latest Local, Regional, National & World News.

Sport

Lions in hunt

FATE seems to bring Stanhope and Tallygaroopna netball teams together at this time of the year.

Lauren Bordin
National

Ricketson leaves Cambodia after pardon

Australian filmmaker James Ricketson is expected to arrive in Australia on Sunday night, after being granted a royal pardon in Cambodia.

AAP Newswire
Sport

Last call at training session

IN THE the countdown to Sunday’s GVL grand final, Kyabram supporters will get a chance on Friday night to witness the final training session for the season and share a meal with the players.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Walsh pledges Coalition to back regional leaders

REGIONAL community leaders will get more support and a funding boost if a Liberal Nationals Government is elected at November’s state election, Member for Murray Plains Peter Walsh has pledged.

Riverine Herald
News

Winter drive about more than just food

THE Winter Food Drive initiative has once again helped disadvantaged people in Kyabram get through the chilly months.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Winter drive about more than just food

THE Winter Food Drive initiative has once again helped disadvantaged people in Kyabram get through the chilly months.

Kyabram Free Press
World

Cambage leads Opals to win over Nigeria

A powerhouse performance from Liz Cambage has helped Australia to a flying start in their opening Women’s World Cup match in Spain.

AAP Newswire
News

Holidays will be packed with fun

SCHOOL holidays are fast approaching and there are plenty of local options for parents looking to occupy their children for the day.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Katty plans a big day

The town of Katamatite is gearing up for a big weekend, expecting more than 1000 people at its annual Big Day Out in a Little Town event.

Country News
Finance

EU, UK fail to resolve Brexit border row

With the UK’s departure from the EU looming there are concerns a deal on the post-Brexit relationship may not be cobbled together in time for an orderly exit.

AAP Newswire
World

Cambage leads Opals to win over Nigeria

A powerhouse performance from Liz Cambage has helped Australia to a flying start in their opening Women’s World Cup match in Spain.

AAP Newswire
News

Holidays will be packed with fun

SCHOOL holidays are fast approaching and there are plenty of local options for parents looking to occupy their children for the day.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Katty plans a big day

The town of Katamatite is gearing up for a big weekend, expecting more than 1000 people at its annual Big Day Out in a Little Town event.

Country News
Finance

EU, UK fail to resolve Brexit border row

With the UK’s departure from the EU looming there are concerns a deal on the post-Brexit relationship may not be cobbled together in time for an orderly exit.

AAP Newswire

Most popular

Kyabram Free Press

Stanhope man arrested over gunshot wound

A 22-year-old Stanhope man has been arrested following the shooting of a 23-year-old Ardmona man last night. The Ardmona man presented to a Shepparton hospital at around 9.30pm last night with a gunshot wound to his upper body. A Victoria police...

Kyabram Free Press
News

Shared streetscape gets nod

Despite not being the most popular option during community consultation, Greater Shepparton City Council has endorsed a ‘‘shared streetscape’’ design to work towards for Shepparton’s Maude St Mall.

Shepparton News
Lifestyle

Dealing with testing time

Michael Jones has always been a ‘‘she’ll be right’’ kind of bloke, up for a laugh and a drink with his mates.

Ashlea Witoslawski
News

School safety drive

Regional Roads Victoria has conducted a safety assessment of Kialla West Primary School’s crossing on Goulburn Valley Hwy following a collision at the site last week.

Tara Whitsed
Kyabram Free Press

Police call for assistance

KYABRAM police are appealing for witnesses to a domestic disturbance on 1.15pm Friday. A male caused more than $1000 in damage to the Dawes Rd property, smashing windows and threatening the occupants of the house. Witnesses in a dark-coloured Holden...

Kyabram Free Press
News

Health focus

Health promotion strategies are at the forefront for Shepparton.

Laura Briggs
News

Food swap group focusing on ‘local’

INSPIRED by the food swap group in Toolamba, Erin Zobec and Annette Whitford have the wheels in motion for Kyabram’s very own food swap group.

Kyabram Free Press
National

TasRail suspends remote tech after derail

A Tasmanian freight train company has temporarily suspended the use of remote control technology after a runaway, driverless train derailed in Devonport.

AAP Newswire
Galleries

Grahamvale PS footy dress-up day

Students at Grahamvale PS dressed up in their AFL team’s colours on Thursday

Ray Sizer
World

Attack on Iran military parade kills 25

Twenty five people have been killed in a gun attack on a military parade in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz.

AAP Newswire
News

Farmers must extract more value from existing tech

AUSTRALIAN DAIRY farmers are starting to embrace technology but aren’t necessarily getting its full benefits, according to a leading researcher. Speaking at the Dairy Research Foundation’s 2018 Symposium at the University of Sydney, Dr Sabrin...

Rick Bayne

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Local

News

Winter drive about more than just food

THE Winter Food Drive initiative has once again helped disadvantaged people in Kyabram get through the chilly months.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Holidays will be packed with fun

SCHOOL holidays are fast approaching and there are plenty of local options for parents looking to occupy their children for the day.

Kyabram Free Press
Sport

Last call at training session

IN THE the countdown to Sunday’s GVL grand final, Kyabram supporters will get a chance on Friday night to witness the final training session for the season and share a meal with the players.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Food swap group focusing on ‘local’

INSPIRED by the food swap group in Toolamba, Erin Zobec and Annette Whitford have the wheels in motion for Kyabram’s very own food swap group.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Boost for local cancer services

CANCER services at Kyabram Health have been expanded to include care for people with blood disorders as well as continuing to provide comprehensive cancer care to patients locally.

Kyabram Free Press
Sport

Meet supporter superstar for Ky

HE MIGHT not be Kyabram’s youngest supporter but he’s certainly the keenest and most dedicated.

Kyabram Free Press
News

Dinner money Chaplaincy fundraiser is a success

THE Chaplaincy fundraiser dinner held recently was a raging success, raising enough money to fund more than two terms worth of chaplaincy at Kyabram P-12 College.

Michael Mattingly
Sport

Lions in hunt

FATE seems to bring Stanhope and Tallygaroopna netball teams together at this time of the year.

Lauren Bordin
News

KCLC receives funds to put kids first

KYABRAM Community and Learning Centre will receive $155,853 in 2018-19 for the Child FIRST and integrated family services program.

Kyabram Free Press
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EVENTS
Events

Benalla Lakeside Craft & Farmers Market

Every fourth Saturday of the month including January. All funds raised are donated to the Benalla Community. Make it Bake it Grow it Sew it

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Ruth Jellif
Events

Nagambie Farmers’ Market

The Nagambie Farmers’ Market is held on the fourth Sunday of each month from 10am to 2pm at the Tahbilk Winery. It features butter, bread, fresh fruit and vegetables, milk, nuts, wine, olives, olive oil, beer, ice-cream, pies, flour, jams and...

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Country News
Events

Wallan Olde Time Market

The Wallan Olde Time Market is run by the Wallan Scout Group as a fund raising solution for providing funds for quality scouting in the township of Wallan. The market features new and used items from brica-a-brac, garden products, cakes, tools...

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Country News
Events

Violet Town Community Market - Copy

The Violet Town Community Market is held on the 2nd Saturday of every month Entry is free however a gold coin donation to a local organisation of the month would be welcomed. Dogs are not allowed on the market site. Service dogs permitted. The...

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Ruth Jellif
News

Seven fail test in blitz on local drug drivers

IN ONE night, Kyabram police recorded eight positive drug-driving tests.

Kyabram Free Press
Sport

2016 special for Jordan Williams

JORDAN Williams (pictured) has seen all the highs and lows of football – his AFL career was over at the age of 20, before he became a crucial part of one of the most dominant sides in Goulburn Valley League history, which ultimately saw him enjoy a premiership with his late father in the stands.

Kyabram Free Press

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Regional

News

Health focus

Health promotion strategies are at the forefront for Shepparton.

Laura Briggs
News

Close deadline

There are three weeks left to apply for a the 2019 Jan Cathcart Scholarship, offered by SunRice.

Deniliquin Pastoral Times
News

TAFE pledge

Victoria’s TAFEs would be rebuilt and upgraded under a $220 million program promised by the state Labor government.

Benalla Ensign
News

Walsh pledges Coalition to back regional leaders

REGIONAL community leaders will get more support and a funding boost if a Liberal Nationals Government is elected at November’s state election, Member for Murray Plains Peter Walsh has pledged.

Riverine Herald
News

Delivery deal

A deal has been struck for government authorities to use Murray Irrigation Limited infrastructure to deliver water downstream.

Southern Riverina News
News

Good fun at parkrun

Athletes and amateurs were limbering up for a parkrun event last Saturday.

Cobram Courier
Sport

Young guns in team

Five budding footballers from the region have been selected in the Goulburn Murray team to contest the 2018 V/Line Cup.

Seymour Telegraph
News

Rochester Primary School

Rochester Primary School.

Campaspe News
News

There was no rain on the Hub’s parade Locals enjoy tour of children’s facility

INCLEMENT weather didn’t dampen spirits nor the number of locals who turned up to see firsthand what has been going on behind the fence at 165 High St for the past three months.

Lachlan Durling
News

Energy pressure

Some say a microgrid could serve to relieve pressure on the energy grid in Tatura, while others suggest it may only serve as part of a mix in ensuring reliability and reducing prices.

Thomas Moir
News

Deputy Mayor re-appointment

Cr Shaun Whitechurch was re-appointed as deputy mayor of Federation Council at yesterday’s monthly meeting, for the next 12 months. Cr Whitechurch became the inaugural deputy mayor of Federation Council upon council’s first meeting of the...

Robert Muir
News

GRDC Panel on the road to meet with growers

A diversity of farming systems, rainfall zones, cropping constraints and profit growth opportunities for grain growers will be on the radar for the Grains Research and Development Corporation’s (GRDC) Southern Region Panel during its annual spring...

Corowa Free Press
GOTAFE GVL Grand Final Day 2018

Punt on Sheldon pays off

From America to Kyabram — Tom Sheldon’s year has taken him halfway across the world and had him swap sports, yet return to the footy field like he had never left it.

Alex Mitchell

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Rural

News

Katty plans a big day

The town of Katamatite is gearing up for a big weekend, expecting more than 1000 people at its annual Big Day Out in a Little Town event.

Country News
Water

Weir all clear for users

Lock 26 at Torrumbarry Weir was officially reopened on Friday following successful refurbishment works.

Country News
Animal Health

Is off-label drug use off limits?

THE OFF-LABEL use of veterinary medicines on dairy farms is surprisingly common. This article discusses the safe use of veterinary medicines and scenarios where these medicines are unintentionally used off-label. There are many definitions...

Simone Dunne
News

Farmers must extract more value from existing tech

AUSTRALIAN DAIRY farmers are starting to embrace technology but aren’t necessarily getting its full benefits, according to a leading researcher. Speaking at the Dairy Research Foundation’s 2018 Symposium at the University of Sydney, Dr Sabrin...

Rick Bayne
Livestock

Managing movement

Producers are finding well designed and positioned stock containment areas can take the sting out of managing livestock during challenging seasonal conditions, and one of those producers is Jim Young.

Country News
Markets

World wheat crop, fodder supplies declining

WE ARE now more than halfway through winter, and more than halfway through a year that has so far been unseasonably warm and dry. Rainfall for the year to date has been well below average in most of southern and eastern Australia and across the...

Sofia Omstedt
News

PM’s tweet criticised

A video stating drought is a ‘‘necessary evil’’ has been slammed by the federal Opposition after it was shared and authorised by Prime Minister Scott Morrison. The 107-second video was shared on Mr Morrison’s official Twitter page last Tuesday, and includes a farmer saying drought is a necessary evil as ‘‘it can help cut out that bottom 10 per cent that probably shouldn’t be there anyway’’.

Country News
Horticulture

Showcasing opportunities

A Greater Shepparton delegation to China and Indonesia has met with AusTrade Commissioners, advocating for apple and pear protocols to be developed.

Country News
Dairy

Tight cost control pays off

Better performing dairy farms have good cost control and a focus on directing resources to the area of best return.

Geoff Adams
News

Green light for Cohuna solar farm

Construction on a solar farm at Cohuna will begin next year as part of the Victorian Government’s renewable energy target.

Country News
Machinery & Products

Jaylor specialists talk nutrition with farmers

JAYLOR SPECIALISTS have been visiting Australian farms to further their knowledge of the local dairy and beef industries, and discuss feed techniques with farmers. International Business Development Manager for Jaylor mixer wagons, Marty Philippi...

Dairy News
Management

Subsurface drainage keeps farm on top

FARMING SUCCESS all starts underground for Cooriemungle’s Andy Powell. His farm, just 15 km inland from the iconic Port Campbell National Park, receives about 750 mm of rain every year but, with subsurface drainage covering 98 per cent of the...

Rick Bayne
Water

Water group seeks neutral impact answer

Water leaders in the Goulburn Murray Irrigation District met this week to determine what socio-economic neutrality means for the region under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.

Country News
Cropping

Tractor family gets new siblings

The Farmall series is one of the most popular in the Case IH tractor family and, from next month, local farmers will have even more choice with the addition of the JXM models.

Country News
From the Experts

Bringing new pastures on line

GETTING YOUR grazing rotation right is critical to maximise your pasture production. A well-managed rotation will help not only to boost pasture intake per cow but enable a more effective use of supplements. Establishing a rotation with newly sown...

Dairy News
News

Young auctioneer wins bid

Elders Euroa auctioneer Joe Allen is the winner of the 2018 Australian Livestock & Property Agents Association Victorian Young Auctioneers Competition, after finishing runner-up in last year’s event.

Country News

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National & World

National

Ricketson leaves Cambodia after pardon

Australian filmmaker James Ricketson is expected to arrive in Australia on Sunday night, after being granted a royal pardon in Cambodia.

AAP Newswire
Finance

EU, UK fail to resolve Brexit border row

With the UK’s departure from the EU looming there are concerns a deal on the post-Brexit relationship may not be cobbled together in time for an orderly exit.

AAP Newswire
World

Cambage leads Opals to win over Nigeria

A powerhouse performance from Liz Cambage has helped Australia to a flying start in their opening Women’s World Cup match in Spain.

AAP Newswire
World

Attack on Iran military parade kills 25

Twenty five people have been killed in a gun attack on a military parade in the southwestern Iranian city of Ahvaz.

AAP Newswire
Horse Racing

Jungle Cat wins Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes

UK sprinter Jungle Cat has won the Sir Rupert Clarke Stakes at Caulfield, delivering on a long-range plan to target the Group One race in Melbourne.

AAP Newswire
AFL

Eagles not complacent about AFL GF

West Coast coach Adam Simpson won’t read much into his team’s recent wins over Collingwood as they prepare to battle the Magpies in the AFL grand final.

AAP Newswire
National

TasRail suspends remote tech after derail

A Tasmanian freight train company has temporarily suspended the use of remote control technology after a runaway, driverless train derailed in Devonport.

AAP Newswire
Entertainment

‘Vocal emergency’ for singer Sam Smith

After earlier complaining that his voice was hurting, British singer Sam Smith has pulled out of a live performance in Las Vegas.

AAP Newswire
National

Japanese PM to visit Darwin: report

Japan’s prime minister is reportedly planning a historic visit to Darwin, more than 75 years after Japanese forces bombed the city.

AAP Newswire