Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2025-10-30
Publish Time: 10:00 am
News
Empowering women in Shepparton: driving program boosts job prospects
McPherson Media Group
- Women in Shepparton and Bendigo gain access to driving lessons through a $144k Driving to Employment program
- The program offers 14+ paid lessons, giving almost 80 women the skills to secure a probationary licence
- Funding aims to break transport barriers, boosting job access, independence and community participation for women
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2025-10-30
Publish Time: 01:00 pm
Community
Shepparton set to reach $1 million appeal milestone
Monique Preston
- Shepparton’s Remembrance Day Poppy Appeal aims to reach $1 million, helping veterans and their families.
- Since 2014, the appeal has raised $992,000 through volunteers and community donations across the region.
- Merchandise including badges, pens and wristbands will be sold until Nov 10, with donations also at cenotaph.
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2025-10-30
Publish Time: 08:00 pm
News
Honour for new deputy mayor
Monique Preston
- Cr Geoff Akers has been elected deputy mayor of Greater Shepparton, replacing Cr Anthony Brophy for one year
- A first-term councillor representing Pine Lodge, Cr Akers has extensive experience in agriculture and water advocacy
- He said the role is an honour and looks forward to supporting council, staff and the Greater Shepparton community.