Shepparton News Single Story Panel 1 2026-10-23

Publish Time: 10:00 am

News

Seasonal firefighter numbers boosted ahead of high-risk bushfire season

Bree Harding

Forest Fire Management Victoria is deploying 633 seasonal firefighters, up 133 from last year.
Recruits are undertaking intensive training ahead of a forecast high-risk bushfire season.
A $44.48 million investment will support extra staff, equipment and fire response capability.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 2 2026-10-23

Publish Time: 01:00 pm

News

Community tries to ‘move beyond’ alleged attack on Helen Haines

Billie Davern

The Indi community is rallying around Helen Haines after the alleged attack left her critically injured.
Wangaratta council and support groups have offered counselling and community recovery assistance.
A 43-year-old man has been charged, with police alleging the incident was a targeted attack.

Shepparton News Single Story Panel 3 2026-10-23

Publish Time: 08:00 pm

Sport

Women’s pathway drives Shepparton Golf Club to State industry honour

Josh Huntly

Shepparton Golf Club won the Women and Girls in Golf award at the 2026 Victorian Golf Industry Awards.
More than 250 women and girls have joined the club’s golf programs over the past five years.
The award-winning program will now compete for national honours at Golf Australia’s awards.

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