Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2025-12-31
Publish Time: 10:00 am
News
Kunjin and Japanese encephalitis detected
Ryan Bellingham
- Kunjin virus and Japanese encephalitis have been detected earlier than usual in regional mosquito samples locally
- Health authorities warn mosquito numbers will rise with warmer weather, increasing risk of serious illness locally
- Residents in high-risk areas urged to avoid bites and check eligibility for free Japanese encephalitis vaccination
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2025-12-31
Publish Time: 01:00 pm
Voices
Quiet courage shapes community
Robert Mclean
- Door Bells event in Shepparton highlighted courage over perfection through migrant women sharing lived experience
- Bondi tragedy contrasted visible heroism with quieter, sustained bravery shown by migrants building new lives here
- Reflection links local stories to national debate, arguing Australia’s future depends on collective courage ahead
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2025-12-31
Publish Time: 08:00 pm
News
Food insecurity doubles in Loddon Campaspe region
Ryan Bellingham
- Food insecurity affects 18 per cent of Loddon Campaspe residents, nearly doubling since 2019, census data shows
- One in five residents worried food would run out, skipped meals or couldn’t afford balanced nutrition in past year
- Loddon Campaspe says data will guide action, targeting groups most affected by rising food stress across the region