Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-10-19

Publish Time: 10:00 am

News

‘A great win for persistence’: $4m secured for Kirwans Bridge renewal

Billie Davern

Kirwans Bridge will be renewed after a $4 million federal funding commitment was announced.
The upgrade aims to reopen the historic bridge to passenger vehicles after its 2022 flood closure.
Community advocates hailed the funding win, with further investment needed for heavier vehicle access.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-10-19

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

News

Region’s homeless services under increasing pressure

James Manley

Beyond Housing assisted 1,799 people in Shepparton last year, up 500 on the previous year.
Demand for homelessness support is growing, with 667 people seeking help for the first time.
Local services say housing shortages and limited resources are leaving many people waiting for support.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-10-19

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

Sport

Clinical Karramomus run chase fuelled by in-form McGrath and Bloods ‘X-factor’

Josh Huntly

Mitch McGrath backed up his unbeaten 120 with 99 not out as Karramomus stayed unbeaten at 2-0.
Declan Newbound starred with bat and ball, helping set up an eight-wicket win over Tatura.
The Bloods retained the Rod Kilmartin Shield after chasing down 176 with six overs to spare.

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