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News

Short-term exchange a success so far

Bree Harding

Shepparton family hosts Indonesian student for three months in Rotary’s first short-term exchange since 2014
Marsha Wardana experienced Australian life with the Birchall family before returning home to East Java
The Birchalls say Rotary’s short-term exchange offers cultural immersion without disrupting school routines

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Publish Time: 01:00 pm

Community

2500 pairs of shoes, 800km: Alan is calling for change

Bree Harding

Ballarat man Alan Thorpe is walking 800km to Canberra to raise awareness for men’s mental health and suicide
His 2500-pair shoe display at Parliament House will honour every man and youth lost to suicide in the past year
Alan will reach Shepparton on October 29, welcomed by Yorta Yorta advocate Jarvis ‘Chainbreaker’ Atkinson

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Publish Time: 08:00 pm

Community

Dookie Show returns with family fun and tradition

McPherson Media Group

The Dookie Show returns November 1, continuing its proud tradition of community celebration since 1895
Highlights include Alex’s tug o’war, children’s races, horse displays and the Craft and Produce Pavilion
The event unites the community with fun, fundraising and showcases of local talent, produce and livestock

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Wednesday, 29th October 2025