Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2025-06-07
Publish Time: 10:00 am
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Australians need to back the fruit that’s falling through the cracks
Pip Turton
- Australian pear industry struggles with declining returns and rising costs.
- Industry value dropped from $175M (2011) to $67M (2020).
- 10% of national pear trees removed in 2023 alone.
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2025-06-07
Publish Time: 01:00 pm
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Supporting pets and their people
Kelly Lucas-Carmody
- Pets are family, offering unconditional love and joy.
- Caring for pets is a privilege, not a chore.
- Difficult decisions about pet care often arise, needing sensitive veterinary support.
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2025-06-07
Publish Time: 08:00 pm
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Dookie farming land could be rezoned
Grace Carter
- Planning amendment lodged to rezone 13.45 hectares at 100 Ryans Rd, Dookie.
- Proposal to change from farming to low-density residential zoning.
- Plan includes subdividing land into 11 new lots.