Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-03-13

Publish Time: 10:00 am

community

Women unite for healing after bushfire on ‘signficant day’

Bree Harding

Nine weeks after the Ruffy bushfire, the Tablelands Fire Recovery Hub hosted a healing International Women’s Day event
More than 60 women gathered in the “MAS*H tent”, sharing stories, laughter and moments of recovery together
Massages and conversations helped locals reflect on loss, resilience and the community’s gradual recovery

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-03-13

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

lifestyle

Dog breath is the new probiotic

The General

Japanese research led by Kikusui Takefumi found teens with dogs show calmer behaviour and healthier gut microbes
Study of 343 teens showed dog households boosted friendly microbes like Streptococcus and Prevotella
Researchers at Azabu University say dogs may improve mood, empathy and teen social behaviour

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-03-13

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

news

Nutrient-poor regrowth challenges Strathbogie wildlife

Bree Harding

After bushfires near Ruffy and Longwood, green grass regrowth looks healthy but lacks vital nutrients for wildlife
Volunteers at the Tablelands Fire Recovery Hub say hungry wildlife and stock are roaming roadsides seeking feed
Koala Phoenix has recovered from burns and may now have a new companion in the recovering Strathbogie bush

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Friday, 13th March 2026