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Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-01-07
Publish Time: 10:00 am
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End of an era for Lovell
- Wendy Lovell announced she will retire from state politics, ending a parliamentary career spanning more than 20 years
- First elected in 2002, Ms Lovell served Northern Victoria and held senior roles including cabinet minister positions
- She thanked constituents, party colleagues, staff and family for their support throughout her long political career
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-01-07
Publish Time: 01:00 pm
police & court
Judge slams police policy in murder trial
- Justice Croucher slammed a police policy forcing hourly welfare checks on prisoners as “idiotic” and “cruel”
- A murder trial for Charlie Gander’s death was moved from Shepparton to Melbourne to avoid the policy’s impact
- The ruling may affect future regional trials, as long court cases could be impractical if prisoners remain local
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-01-07
Publish Time: 08:00 pm
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Extreme heat timetables in place as temperatures soar across Victoria
- V/Line will run extreme heat timetables on the Shepparton line as temperatures exceed 36°C this week
- Full extreme heat timetables affect all lines, except Albury, on Wednesday, January 7, due to train safety
- Passengers and motorists are urged to plan ahead, stay hydrated, and take precautions during high heat