Community News
New - Youth Girls Cricket
New Competition starts 1st December Princess Park 8.30am
Cricket Shepparton is going live this coming weekend with the very first Youth Girls Cricket competition for the region covering 7 to 17 year old age groups.
Warm Regards
Andrew (Committee Member)
0439 428 030
New - Aquamoves Pool Party
New - Touch Football
Shepparton Touch Football Association are rebuilding to host a junior competition in 2025 aiming to build to a senior competition soon after.
You may have recently seen us featured in the Shepparton News, if not head on over to our facebook page to see! How you can help:-
1. Shepparton Touch Association invite anyone interested to attend our AGM on Wed 4 Dec 2024 at 7pm at the Overlander. (Please see attached Flyer).
2. Shepparton Touch Association are seeking Expressions of Interest for players, coaches, referees and committee members via the link below (flyer also attached):
https://form.jotform.com/243218232102845
Should you have any queries or wish to help Shepparton Touch Association please call Sarah Kautai on 0413565135 or by return email.
New - Former Mooroopna Harness Club Site Future
Former Mooroopna Harness Racing Club Site
The meeting will provide an update to the community on the former Mooroopna Harness Racing Club site and discuss plans for proposed Mooroopna redevelopment and future use.
Please note the change of date from 2nd December to the 3rd December at 5.30pm.
Greater Shepparton City Council invite the Mooroopna Community and other interested parties, to a meeting being held at Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre (MEAC) on 3rd December 2024 at 5.30 pm.
Although the former Mooroopna Harness Racing Club site has been identified as a possible location for the new Greater Shepparton Bike Jump Park, please note that the bike jump project will not be discussed at this meeting.
Council look forward to discussing these future plans with all those in attendance.
WHERE: Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre (MEAC)
WHEN: 3rd December 2024 at 5.30 pm.
School Saver Bonus
Kim O'Keeffe MP - Member for Shepparton, has raised concerns regarding the School Saver Bonus and the recent announcement by the Allan Labor Government, contained in the 2024-25 Budget, to offer a $400 “School Saver Bonus” to all students in government schools, and restricted to concession card holders at non-government schools.
A petition has been established for parents to express their concerns for a fairer and equitable disbursing of the bonus.
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Kim on .
Families can sign the petition to show their support for a more equitable School Saving Bonus by visiting: http://fairschoolbonus.com.au/
Berry Street Services
The Supporting Parents After Separation Program is a free program for co-parents aimed at reducing conflict and the impact of separation on children. The program is offered twice a month with current availabilities. Self-referrals are welcome.
The Children’s Contact Service has current availability for Supervised Visits and changeovers with no waitlist and is also a free service.
Airforce Cadet Recruitment
Helpful Resources
Below is a handful of of local services and supports available if you are in need or know of anyone who may need some assistance.
· Goulburn Flood Recovery Service are receiving clients directly and they can be reached on 5823 4700 to get connected with a Recovery Support Worker
· Wellways has a Psychological Recovery Support program which people can reach on prsmurray@wells.org
· Shepparton Family and Financial Services provide help to residents all across Greater Shepparton and support impacted residents in a number of ways including food relief, and household/personal essentials
· Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre provide food relief and provide great low-cost activities to connect with others regularly, amongst many other things
We hope to see you all at Ferrari Park, on Tuesday 22nd October from 5:00pm – 7:00pm. Let’s spread the word!
Shepparton City Soccer Club
Shepparton City Soccer Club is a school-based club catering to not only the high school students of the Goulburn Valley but for primary students whose schools don't have teams within the Shepparton Junior Soccer Associations competition.
Expression of Interest is now open for numbers to start organising our teams in January. Please see information flyer below.
Shepparton Cycling Club
Shepparton Cycling Club would love to see kids on bikes and getting out and participating.
We have an exciting program coming up, further information is in the flyers below.
If you have any queries in relation to the program, please do not hesitate to contact the club.
Kind regards
Bradley Higgins
Shepparton Cycling Club
Vice President / Foundation Instructor
sheppartoncyclingclub@gmail.com
M - 0418 350 840
Preschool Italian Classes
Personal Care Assistance
Fly2Health Speech & OT
Fly2Health are an NDIS Registered organisation who fly experienced (no new grad) Speech Pathologists regional areas every fortnight to assist participants of the NDIS (and private). Commencing Tuesday 6th August, they will have immediate availability in Shepparton for fortnightly ongoing therapy for Speech and OT. They can also provide mealtime assessments and mealtime management plans for participants if required.
Positive Partnerships Workshop
Join us for an online workshop where you will have the opportunity to listen, share and learn with parents and carers who support young autistic people from across Australia.
Find more information in the flyer below.
Shepparton Food Share
Shepparton Foodshare rescues and receives food donations to redistribute to people that need it most. Food is distributed to registered emergency relief agencies, schools, neighborhood houses, community meals programs and churches. The people supported include individuals, children, homeless, First Nations people and our culturally and linguistically diverse community, including new arrivals and refugees.
Foodshare not only plays an integral role in our region's daily food relief needs, it also plays an essential role during times of crisis and emergency and in the recovery after these events.
Click on the following link to view the latest newsletter and keep up to date on their events.
https://mailchi.mp/a1e2277adbc5/ride-with-shepparton-foodshare-13680447?e=b3c6eba8a9
Youth Group
The group is supervised and parents are welcome to stay if they wish.
Saver Plus Back to School
What is Saver Plus?
Saver Plus is a program for people on lower incomes. It’s about bolstering their financial skills, so they can develop (and keep) good savings habits.
To help families start the year off a little easier, we are runnning a Back to School campaign to support parents to access an extra $500.
If parents commit to saving up to $50 a month for 10 months, ANZ will match it with up to $500. Participants can put that money towards education costs for themselves or their children.
And here are some school lunch box ideas...
Child Friendly Aquamoves Group Fitness
Aquamoves is excited to announce the introduction of Child Friendly Group Fitness Classes.
With a dedicated space in our group fitness studios, children can play while you workout nearby.
To learn more about the Child Friendly Group Fitness Classes, visit: https://aquamoves.com.au/group-fitness-options
Shepparton School Uniforms Shop
Shepparton School Uniforms has moved into a brand new location. And is now known as -
NOONE SHEPPARTON store located at:
2B/210 Corio St,
Shepparton, 3630
*Opposite Trelly’s Outdoor & Tackle world*
Thrive4Life
The Family Haven
Mooroopna Lions Club
What does the Mooroopna Lions Club do?
We’re a group of like-minded people who jump in when issues arise, to serve the needs of our local community.
* We help when there’s a natural disaster like the recent floods
* We help out at major events, providing BBQ’s etc
* We help community members in need
We’re looking for Lions Club VOLUNTEERS!
We understand it’s not easy for people to commit to becoming service club members due to the challenges of busy lives, SO we’re looking for people who can simply volunteer with us when they have the time.
What does being a Lions Club VOLUNTEER involve?
You will be placed on a Volunteer Register, which means:
You can choose to help out on an ad hoc or semi-regular basis
* You’ll only be called in emergency situations or when we need extra help.
* If you’re unavailable to help when you’re called, that’s okay.
* You don’t need to become a Lions Club member or attend meetings.
If you’re interested or want to know more:
CONTACT GARY THOMAS
T: 0408 577 508
Resilience in Recovery
If you haven't heard about this program, Resilience in Recovery is a community-led, Government assisted team.
The teams main goal is to provide assistance in community-led recovery with government support. The Flood Recovery team strives to help communities become sustainable, resilient, and better able to withstand future disasters.
eNews is now available and can be accessed by subscribing via the following link.
https://newsletter.greatershepparton.com.au/t/r-l-tilylily-neuhjyhtt-z/
More information can be found through the Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/people/Resilience-in-Recovery/61551671452682/
Goulburn Valley Health
Priority Primary Care Centre at 49 Graham Street Shepparton (opposite the Hospital) provides free urgent medical treatment when you cant see your GP.
Contact - 58233132
Mooroopna Park - 'Their Care' After School Care
Their Care - After School Care is currently being run from Mooroopna Park Primary School and will soon be also running from Mooroopna Primary School.
They offer a variety of activities and outdoor play. The children will have afternoon tea offered to them during the program.
For further information please contact program coordinator - 1300 072 410
or Shae Barrette, Education Support,
Mooroopna Primary School
Ph - (03) 5825 2060
Vacancies in both before and afterschool care.
Before & After School Care
Christine Parker is a registered carer and available for Before/After School Care.
Please contact Christine Parker on 0428 253 930 for further information or to make a booking enquiry.
UCanDance
Catholic Care - Family Wellbeing Support Service
The Family Wellbeing Support Service is a preventative outreach support service to help families better deal with life transitions and challenges. We provide a FREE, flexible support service that enhances resilience, health and wellbeing for families.
Attached you will find information about our service and the programs we offer.
Italian Classes
Berry Street - Supporting Parents after Separation program
Berry Street in Shepparton run a FREE program to parents who are separated or going through a separation. The program can be completed over Zoom or face to face at the Shepparton Office. Parents can self-refer using the below online link, and an information flyer is attached.
Berry Street - Kinship Support & Social Group
