Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-03-08

Publish Time: 10:00 am

rural

When is milk, not milk?

Geoff Adams

Truth in labelling drives dairy’s push to restrict the word milk on oat and soy drinks trading on dairy’s nutritional
CEO Janine Waller says plant drinks risk implying parity with dairy milk though their nutrition differs widely now
Shepparton highlighted as a national dairy hub as industry debates naming rules for plant based milks sector growth

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-03-08

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

news

Council’s budget review reveals stronger finances

Lua Ikenasio

Murray River Council’s second quarterly review shows a stronger financial position for the 2025–26 year
Operating surplus rises $1.7m to $6.05m, while cash and investments forecast to reach $54.7m by June 30
Some capital works rescheduled as council focuses on asset renewal and long-term financial sustainability

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-03-08

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

community

Celebrating 30 years of regional leadership

Riverine Herald

GMCL to mark 30 years of leadership development with a gala celebrating regional changemakers
Fairley Leadership Program has developed 745+ leaders across business, health, agriculture and community
April 17 Shepparton gala will raise funds to support future regional leadership programs

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