Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-08-18

Publish Time: 10:00 am

News

Shepparton News names new editor

McPherson Media Group

Rob Mitchell has been appointed editor of the Shepparton News, bringing extensive regional media experience.
He has held senior newsroom roles in Australia and New Zealand, including at Stuff and The Post.
Mitchell succeeds Christine Anderson, who retired after 25 years with McPherson Media Group.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-08-18

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

News

Crashes common at scene of double fatality, resident says

Brynne Timewell

Two people died and three others were seriously injured in a crash near Tatura on August 15.
A local resident said crashes are common at the Hooper and Merrigum-Ardmona roads intersection.
Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives are investigating the fatal collision.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-08-18

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

Community

Young voices shine in Tatura’s most talked about exhibition

Brynne Timewell

‘Words by Tatura Primary’ features poems by more than 50 Year 5 and 6 students.
The exhibition has become the Walkway Gallery’s most popular display, attracting repeat visitors.
Visitors can read the poems or listen to students reading their work in an audio display.

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