Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-05-09

Publish Time: 10:00 am

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Italian community disappointed by council’s path forward for club building

Ashley Darling

Greater Shepparton Council approved $500,000 toward restoring the Italian Social Club building.
The club says the heritage site holds deep cultural value and fundraising will be a major challenge.
Council says flood risk and insurance costs limit support, with demolition possible if talks fail.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-05-09

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

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My mum: pain, pride and perseverance

Hailey Wight

A daughter reflects on her mother’s strength after watching her complete the New York Marathon at 50.
Despite living with fibromyalgia, her mum’s determination inspired a lifelong lesson in resilience
Their shared love of the Olympics led to a memorable trip to Italy ahead of Mother’s Day.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-05-09

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

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Wonderful women welcomed

Bree Harding

St Anne’s College hosted a Mother’s Day morning tea celebrating mums, grandmothers and carers.
Students prepared crafts, heartfelt messages and treats for the annual Wonderful Women celebration.
Deputy principal Kate McGrath said the event honours women as children’s first educators.

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