Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-07-07
Publish Time: 10:00 am
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Raising awareness | 'Soup for the Soul' supports cancer fight
Benalla Ensign
- Cancer survivor Jackie Welsh is raising awareness of head and neck cancers through the Soup for the Soul fundraiser.
- Every soup sold at Little B Café in Wangaratta until July 17 donates $5 to Head and Neck Cancer Australia.
- Jackie urges anyone with ongoing mouth or throat symptoms to see a dentist or GP for early diagnosis.
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-07-07
Publish Time: 01:00 pm
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Strathbogie Shire Council introduces green waste trial
Benalla Ensign
- Strathbogie Shire has introduced a green waste trial to help manage higher disposal volumes after recent fires.
- Residents must place green waste into skip bins and bring manageable loads they can lift or shovel.
- Council will monitor demand while continuing bushfire recovery projects and adjust services if required.
Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-07-07
Publish Time: 08:00 pm
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Stamp duty relief for fire-affected land owners
Bree Harding
- Eligible bushfire victims can receive up to $55,000 in stamp duty relief when buying a replacement home or land.
- Annabelle Cleeland welcomed the concession but said stronger, faster recovery support is still urgently needed.
- Full relief applies to properties up to $1 million, with higher-value purchases capped at $55,000.