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24.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY on the future of play spaces in Greater Shepparton!

24.01.2022 Greater Shepparton is getting in the festive spirit this week!

24.01.2022 The April Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday 20 April at 5.30pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the gallery seating will be closed. Members of the public are invited to watch the live stream here on Council’s Facebook page. A link to the recording will be made available on Council’s website afterwards.

24.01.2022 Upgrades to the Tatura Park Exhibition & Equestrian Complex have been completed, including the stable block, skillion shed, chicken shed, cattle loading ramp and installation of new sports netting.

23.01.2022 We want you to HAVE YOUR SAY on the Shepparton and Mooroopna 2050: Regional City Growth Plan! Your feedback on the plan is so important because it will inform and guide the sustainable development of Shepparton and Mooroopna over the next 30 years

23.01.2022 Applications for Council's Community Grants are now OPEN. Grants for the arts, sustainability, events, sporting and more are available. Applications close on 15 February 2021. Application forms and more information on all grants can be found on our website.

23.01.2022 **UPDATE - Watt Road is now open. Thankyou for your patience** WATT RD CLOSURE Watt Road, Mooroopna will be closed between McLennan St and River View Drive immediately until 5pm this evening. A further update will be made if this changes. Mooroopna, Victoria... Eyewatch - Greater Shepparton Police Service Area St John Ambulance Australia VIC Goulburn Valley Division See more

23.01.2022 Batteries and e-waste can catch alight, don’t put them in the kerbside bin. Take them to Resource Recovery Centres where you can dispose of them for free. For more info, head to bit.ly/WasteGS.

23.01.2022 A Watch & Act message is being issued for Shepparton North. - There is a grassfire in the Rudd Road, Wanganui Road, SHEPPARTON area that is not yet under control. - This grassfire is travelling from Rudd Road/Wanganui Road in a south easterly direction towards Kittles Road and Wheller Road. - Firefighters have been able to slow the spread of the fire for now, but this can change at any time and the situation is still dangerous. You must monitor conditions and be ready to ac...t. If your home is surrounded by grasslands, you should immediately shelter within your home. It is not safe for you to leave. PLEASE NOTE - Due to smoke and potential fire risk for the facility, Shepparton Resource Recovery Centre and Animal Shelter have been shut for the rest of the day as a precautionary measure.

23.01.2022 Each of the sentences in these court cases sent a clear message to pet owners that Council will not tolerate people who disregard the law and highlighted the importance of responsible pet ownership.

22.01.2022 DAY 6 - It's National Recycling Week so we're sharing Planet Ark's 7 Golden Rules of Kerbside Recycling all this week. Here's Number 6. Head to recyclingnearyou.com.au for more info.

22.01.2022 DAY 7 - It's National Recycling Week so we're sharing Planet Ark's 7 Golden Rules of Kerbside Recycling all this week. Here's Number 7. Head to recyclingnearyou.com.au for more info.

22.01.2022 Complimentary parking relates to all CBD parking where payment would be required including off-street car parks so you don’t have to worry about paying for parking in any Council owned car parks! Head to bit.ly/CompParking20 for more information. Please note: - Time limits and infringements still apply. - Complimentary parking does not apply to private car parks such as CarePark, GVHealth and the Multi-deck car park.... - Please don’t use your PayStay app during this time. See more

22.01.2022 Meet your newly elected Councillors! Cr Seema Abdullah has been re-elected to her second term on Greater Shepparton City Council. Here's what she is most looking forward to and what her areas of interest are. Find out more at bit.ly/GSCouncil20-24 Councillor Seema Abdullah, Greater Shepparton City Council

22.01.2022 Heads up - there will be roadworks on this part of Vaughan Street Shepparton (from Dudley Street to Archer Street) starting on Monday. The works will upgrade the water main, and improve the accessibility and aesthetic appearance of the street. Work is expected to be complete in March.

22.01.2022 It's getting cooler which means you may be starting to use your fireplace. Check out the CFA's home fire safety tips below to keep you and your family safe.

22.01.2022 We’ve come so far. It’s up to all of us to keep getting tested at the first sign of any symptoms and keep Victoria safe this summer. Keep up to date at coronavirus.vic.gov.au Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne. Please note that due to the holidays, this page will be unmonitored from 3.00pm 24 December 2020 to 8.15am 4 January 2021. For urgent matters in this time, please phone 03 5832 9700 and follow the prompts. For opening hours of other Council Services during this time head to bit.ly/GSCCXMasHours

22.01.2022 Are you visiting family in Shepp this weekend or planning on heading out for a meal/coffee? We'd like to remind everyone to adhere to the current restrictions, don't share plates, cutlery or glasses, keep a physical distance of 1.5m from others and reapply your mask after eating. Enjoy your weekend and thank you for keeping our community safe.

22.01.2022 Kids activities in the Maude St Mall - There will be mini golf and drag racing in the Mall from 10am to 1pm Saturday 2 January!

21.01.2022 This is a stressful time for our community. We understand that currently there is some confusion around getting tested. Please see the below information - we ho...pe it clears up any questions you may have. HIGH RISK LOCATIONS IN SHEPPARTON: Central Tyre Service, Welsford Street Shepparton on Wednesday 30 September to Tuesday 13 October 2020 Mooroopna Golf Club Members Bar Sunday 4 October and Sunday 11 October 2020 Bombshell Hairdressing, Fryers Street Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 9:30am Thai Orchid Restaurant, Nixon Street Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 7:00pm Shepparton Market Place Medical Centre Midland Highway Shepparton Thursday 8 October 2020 from 9:15am to 10:15am For the above locations you should get tested even if you do not have any symptoms if you have visited any of the above locations during the listed days/times and feel completely fine, you must still be tested. If you have visited any of the above locations during the listed days/times you must self-isolate for 14 days, even if you don’t have any symptoms as symptoms may develop during this time and then you will need to get tested. LOCATIONS OF CONCERN IN SHEPPARTON: Bunnings Warehouse Shepparton Benalla Road Shepparton Wednesday 30 September 2020 McDonalds Shepparton North Numurkah Road Shepparton Saturday 3 October 2020 Lemon Tree Café Fryers Street Shepparton Wednesday 7 October to Monday 12 October 2020 Mooroopna Golf Club Pro Shop Sunday 11 October 2020 If you have visited any of the above locations during the listed days/times you should get tested and stay at home while you await your results, even if you do not have any symptoms if you have visited any of the above locations during the listed days/times and feel completely fine, you must still be tested. What separates the ‘locations of concern’ and the ‘high risk locations’ is that if you have visited a high risk location you must self-isolate for 14 days if you have visited a location of concern, you only have to self-isolate until you get a negative results. If you visit a location of concern and return a negative result, you must remain vigilant for symptoms and be retested immediately if any symptoms develop. Please be mindful that this is an evolving situation and health advice can change. We will endeavour to have the latest information available to our community as quickly as we can. Thank you to everyone for their understanding, patience and co-operation during this challenging time. #intouchwithourcommunity

21.01.2022 IMPORTANT COMMUNITY INFO Please note: Due to smoke and potential fire risk for the facility, Shepparton Resource Recovery Centre and Animal Shelter have been shut until further notice as a precautionary measure.

20.01.2022 GSU - Get local info including COVID-19 updates, first, free and from the source by subscribing to our Greater Shepp Update newsletter at bit.ly/subscribegsu

20.01.2022 CONSULTATION CLOSES TOMORROW - Have your say on how Council distributes the rates revenue across properties within the Municipality and generates revenue from other sources.

20.01.2022 COMPETITION - Council and Visit Shepparton are looking for the best photographs that celebrate the Many Great things in our region! Residents are to capture the spirit of Greater Shepparton, this can include landscape, flora and fauna, native animals, streetscape, local attractions and all things unique to our region. Open to all ages and photography abilities. To enter, post your photo to the Visit Shepparton Facebook page or email your images to [email protected] with your contact details. Head to the link below for more info.

20.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE

19.01.2022 If you or someone you know is looking for a career in Greater Shepparton, join our Great Careers + Lifestyle group. Organisations and businesses from all over Greater Shepparton will be posting job opportunities, as well as posts about the benefits of living in our great community.

19.01.2022 It’s Saturday every day in Shepparton with complimentary parking throughout the CBD! For more information, head to bit.ly/CompParking20 Please note: - Time limits and infringements still apply. - Complimentary parking does not apply to private car parks such as CarePark, GVHealth and the Multi-deck car park.... - Please don’t use your PayStay app during this time. See more

18.01.2022 On Monday 2 November the current bus interchange will be moved temporarily to Corio Street to allow for the next stage of the Maude Street Redevelopment. Head to bit.ly/TempBusInterchange for more information.

18.01.2022 Kids activities in the Maude St Mall - There will be scratch art (masks and crowns) in the Mall from 10am to 1pm Thursday 31 December!

18.01.2022 All Goulburn Valley Library branches have RE-OPENED! Head to their website for opening hours and more info.

17.01.2022 Recognise the outstanding contributions to cultural heritage in Greater Shepparton by individuals and groups by nominating them for the Greater Shepparton Cultural Heritage Awards 2021. For more info, head to bit.ly/CulturalHeritage21

17.01.2022 CHILDREN'S SERVICES COORDINATOR POSITION - We're looking for someone who has extensive experience in the early childhood education and care sector, including current knowledge of, or experience in the running or development of long day care, kindergarten and family day care programs.

16.01.2022 Fryers Street Food Festival will return in 2021 and will be delivered by local event organisers Liz Connick of Your Project Partner and Jamie Lea of JL Productions & Hire.

16.01.2022 DAY 5 - It's National Recycling Week so we're sharing Planet Ark's 7 Golden Rules of Kerbside Recycling all this week. Here's Number 5. Head to recyclingnearyou.com.au for more info.

15.01.2022 Over the next two months, we will be hosting a range of musicians roving between outdoor dining venues in Shepparton and the wider community, supported through the State Government's Local Councils Outdoor Eating and Entertainment Package. You can see these artists between 12pm - 2pm for lunch dining or 5pm - 9pm for evening dining on Friday and Saturday. Keep your eyes open for them when you're out this weekend. For more information, see the link below.... https://bit.ly/RovingMusicGS

15.01.2022 Today is International E-Waste Day! While E-Waste is the fastest growing form of waste, only a small percentage is recycled. You can dispose of small e-waste items like toasters, iPads, mobile phones and alarm clocks for FREE at any of the Resource Recovery Centres! To find out more about International E-Waste Day, head to bit.ly/InternationalEWasteDay and to find out what else you can dispose of for free at the RRCs, head to bit.ly/FreeAtRRCs

14.01.2022 **UPDATE - 3:10PM** The opening of the Central Park testing site has been delayed until 4pm and will be open until 7pm. The two drive through testing sites at Shepparton Sports City are currently accepting cars. The Sports City sites will be open until 7pm. NEW COVID-19 TESTING SITE A NEW drive through testing site will be opening at Central Park Recreation Reserve, corner Central Avenue and Channel Road, Shepparton East at 3pm today until 7pm. This site will also be... open from 8.30am to 5pm tomorrow (16/10/20). Head east on Midland Hwy, turn right on Central Ave and turn left onto Channel Rd. Follow directions given once you arrive. Eyewatch - Greater Shepparton Police Service Area Goulburn Valley Health

14.01.2022 Have you ever had concerns about your health and you're not sure if you should go to GV Health's emergency department? Check out this video to find out what you should do and more. For more info, head to gvhealth.org.au If you have any questions for GV Health, comment below or send us a message.

14.01.2022 16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM - Violence against women is recognised as one of the most persistent and devastating human rights violations of our time. It is an issue every day of the week 16 Days of Activism is dedicated to raising awareness, educating people about the drivers of violence and uniting to eliminate it. For more information, head to respectvictoria.vic.gov.au

14.01.2022 Kids activities in the Maude St Mall - There will be painting in the Mall from 10am to 1pm Thursday 14 January!

14.01.2022 16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM - Respect shouldn't be 'awarded' to people because they fit a predetermined check list of external factors. All people are deserving of respect. For more information, head to respectvictoria.vic.gov.au

14.01.2022 UPDATE - These roads are now all open. Thank you. ROAD CLOSURES Please be advised that the following roads will be closed due to local fire in this area and powerlines down across roads: Weller Road and Golf Drive Intersection. Corner Freemans and Wanganui Road Intersection.... Kittles Road and Weller Road Intersection. Wanganui Road and Reedy Swamp Road. Corner Rudd and Wheller Road. Please keep an eye on this post for updates. PLEASE NOTE - Due to smoke and potential fire risk for the facility, Shepparton Resource Recovery Centre and Animal Shelter have been shut for the rest of the day as a precautionary measure.

13.01.2022 We’ve come so far. It’s up to all of us to keep Victoria safe this summer. Keep up to date at coronavirus.vic.gov.au Authorised by the Victorian Government, Melbourne.

13.01.2022 We wish our community in Greater Shepparton a very happy and safe Diwali! Ethnic Council of Shepparton and District Uniting Vic.Tas Culture Chat - Greater Shepparton

13.01.2022 Do you know when you should call the CFA for assistance? Do you want more information about the upcoming bush fire season? Here's our local CFA with more information! Do you have any questions for the CFA? Comment below or send us a message. Head to cfa.vic.gov.au for more information. CFA D22 Community Safety

13.01.2022 HAVE YOUR SAY on play spaces in Greater Shepparton! Feedback on the Draft Play Space Strategy closes December 7 so get your submission in now!

13.01.2022 Victoria is establishing a permit system for all domestic travel into Victoria. From 5:59pm on 11 January, you will need to apply for a permit to enter Victoria from anywhere in Australia. The permit application system will be available shortly. More information can be found at the link below and new permits can be applied for via the Service Victoria website via the following link - https://www.service.vic.gov.au/services/border-permit/home Please also note that NSW border community residents are exempt from obtaining a permit to enter Victoria.

13.01.2022 COVID-19 TESTING IN SHEPPARTON: GV HEALTH ACUTE RESPIRATORY CLINIC & MCINTOSH CENTRE (SHEPPARTON SHOW GROUNDS) NOW AT FULL CAPACITY Please do not report to GV H...ealth’s Acute Respiratory Clinic at Graham Street, Shepparton or the McIntosh Centre at Shepparton Showgrounds Corner of Midland Hwy and Thompson Street for COVID-19 testing for the rest of today as both sites are at full capacity. As of tomorrow, please see the operating hours detailed below: GV Health’s Acute Respiratory Clinic at Graham Street: 8:00am 5:30pm The McIntosh Centre at Shepparton Showgrounds Corner of Midland Hwy and Thompson Street: 8:00am - 5:30pm Shepparton Respiratory Clinic, 172 Welsford Street: by appointment Drive through testing clinic: Shepparton Sports Precinct, Corner of Numurkah Road and Brauman Street, Shepparton: 10:00am to 5:30pm NOTE: Do not avoid visiting GV Health if you require urgent medical attention. Please continue to visit GV Health’s Emergency Department if you require urgent medical attention. #intouchwithourcommunity

13.01.2022 To help business sustainability and encourage enhanced visitor experiences and increased visitation during the COVID-19 pandemic recovery phase and into the future, we've established the Visitor Experience Innovation Grant! To find out if you're eligible, head to the link below.

12.01.2022 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE REMINDER Road repair works will be conducted on Monash Street, Shepparton commencing on Tuesday 13 April 2021. This will require the closure of Monash Street between Balaclava Road and McEwen Streets between the hours of 8am to 4pm. It is anticipated that the works will continue for approximately one day, weather permitting.

12.01.2022 The Council Meeting for November will be held on Monday 23 November at 3.00pm. The Election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor will take place during this meeting. Due to COVID-19 restrictions Council will be conducting this meeting virtually hence the gallery seating will be closed. Members of the public are invited to watch the live stream on Council’s Facebook page. For agenda, head to bit.ly/GSCCAgenda2020. A link to the recording will be made available on Council’s website afterwards.

12.01.2022 NEW SAM CONTRACTOR UPDATE - Local landscaping business Michael Hatton Landscapes, owned by Michael Hatton is working on the grounds of the new SAM site providing employment for several staff. Watch this video to hear from Michael how this project has provided new opportunities for his business. For more updates and information, head to bit.ly/NewSAMProject Shepparton Art Museum

12.01.2022 Sascha worked at Aquamoves before the COVID-19 pandemic closed the facility. The Working for Victoria initiative helped Sascha to keep working by providing the opportunity to do a different job at Council. If you are looking for work, check out the jobs we have available. From tree planting to maintenance to painting, all jobs are here as well as more information for how to register - bit.ly/GSWorkForVic

11.01.2022 The 2020 UCI BMX Supercross World Cup was recognised as one of the best regional events in Victoria this year.

11.01.2022 The perfect place for you to shop for Mothers Day is the Shepparton CBD! Visit between 10am to 2pm TODAY and listen to live music while shopping. Kids can make Mum a gift with craft activities and have fun on the inflatable obstacle course as well!

11.01.2022 There are a few more consultation sessions for the Shepparton and Mooroopna 2050: Regional City Growth Plan. Book now to chat with a Council Officer about the Plan.

10.01.2022 Shepparton Outbreak Update: COVID-19 Testing Numbers ~ GV Health has tested a total of 605 people for COVID-19 at the testing clinics in Shepparton from 8:00am ...on 14 October to 8:00am this morning. The total number of pathology tests taken processed by GV Health in the same timeframe is 1,031. This figure includes testing clinics, all inpatients, people through the Emergency Department and other hospitals in the region. GV Health has increased the number of testing sites in Shepparton with support from health services in regional Victoria and the Australian Defence Force. Improvements to the registration process for people presenting for testing have been made which will reduce the time the testing process takes. The testing sites GV Health is coordinating across Shepparton Showgrounds are again experiencing high demand. People are being redirected to the other testing sites where they should experience a reduction in waiting times to be tested and where it is safer for physical distancing. An addition testing site will commence this afternoon with further details provided below. Current Active Cases and Close Contacts ~ There number of positive cases has not changed since yesterday afternoon. There are three cases of people that have tested positive for COVID-19 in the Shepparton region that are considered to be active cases. These people are self-isolating at home and are being monitored. GV Health is continuing to undertake contact tracing and testing, with further information to be provided as soon as it is available. There are currently 340 close contacts and around 70 secondary contacts being monitored in relation to the Shepparton outbreak. This number has reduced from yesterday afternoon as the contact tracing teams have spoken with people associated with the outbreak and have been able to reclassify them as not being a close contact. This is an evolving outbreak and further information will be provided as soon as it becomes available. Getting Tested ~ There are a number of sites in Shepparton where people can get tested for COVID-19 noting this is for people from the designated high-risk locations and locations of concern below: * Acute Respiratory Clinic at Graham Street, Shepparton is open from 8:00am to 5:30pm. People who have symptoms are encouraged to this location. * The McIntosh Centre at Shepparton Showgrounds corner of Thompson Street and High Street from 8:00am to 5:30pm. People who do not have symptoms are encouraged to this location. * Two separate drive through clinics at the Shepparton Sports Precinct, corner of Numurkah Road and Brauman Street, Shepparton. - Location 1 Soccer Fields car park from 1:00pm. - Location 2 Netball Courts car park from 10:00am to 5:30pm. People who do and do not have symptoms of COVID-19 can attend this site. A new testing site will commence this afternoon through an additional rapid response testing team which has been deployed from Melbourne. The additional site is * Central Park Recreation Reserve, Corner Central Avenue and Channel Road, Shepparton East from 3:00pm Testing is also available at Shepparton Respiratory Clinic - 172 Welsford Street, Shepparton by appointment https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical.../shepparton-VIC-3630 High-Risk Locations in Shepparton ~ If you have visited any of the high-risk locations below during the dates and times identified you should get tested and quarantine for 14 days. Even if you don’t have any symptoms or only mild symptoms. * Central Tyre Service, Welsford Street, Shepparton on Wednesday 30 September to Tuesday 13 October 2020 * Mooroopna Golf Club Members Bar, Sunday 4 October from 11:00am to 2:00pm and Sunday 11 October 2020 from 11:00am to 2:00pm * Bombshell Hairdressing, Fryers Street, Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 9:30am * Thai Orchid Restaurant, Nixon Street, Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 7:00pm * Shepparton Market Place Medical Centre, Midland Highway Shepparton Thursday 8 October 2020 from 9:15am to 10:15am Locations of Concern Updated ~ If you have visited any of the locations of concern below you should get tested and stay at home while you await your results. In addition, people should be vigilant for symptoms of COVID-19 and get tested again at the first sign of any symptoms. * Bunnings Warehouse Shepparton, Benalla Road, Shepparton Wednesday 30 September 2020 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm * McDonalds Shepparton North, Numurkah Road, Shepparton Saturday 3 October 2020 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. (Anyone who went through drive through does not need to get tested). * Lemon Tree Café, Fryers Street, Shepparton Wednesday 7 October to Monday 12 October 2020 * Mooroopna Golf Club Pro Shop Sunday 11 October 2020 from 11:00am to 2:00pm * Caltex Kalkallo Service Centre South Bound, 1340 Hume Freeway, Kalkallo 30 September 2020 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

09.01.2022 COVID-19 TESTING SITES INFORMATION **UPDATE - 3:10PM** The opening of the Central Park testing site has been delayed until 4pm and will be open until 7pm. The two drive through testing sites at Shepparton Sports City are currently accepting cars. The Sports City sites will be open until 7pm. **UPDATE - 1.30PM** A NEW drive-through testing site will be opening at Central Park Recreation Reserve, corner Central Avenue and Channel Road, Shepparton East at 3pm today... until 7pm. This site will also be open from 8.30am to 5pm tomorrow (16/10/20) **UPDATE - 12.36PM** A NEW testing site will be opening at Central Park Recreation Reserve, corner Central Avenue and Channel Road, Shepparton East. We will update the community as soon as we know the opening time. The drive through testing clinic 2 at Shepparton Sports City’s main pavilion is now operational and the Sports City site is accepting cars, however wait times are still expected. BOTH sites at Shepparton Sports City at the netball court car park and main pavilion will be open until 7pm tonight. Please enter via Numurkah Road and you will be directed to a testing clinic. More toilets will be opening at Shepparton Sports City’s small pavilion. **UPDATE - 10.18AM** Testing site 1 at the Shepparton Sports Precinct is now at capacity. Please come later in the afternoon. The closing time for this site has also been extended to 7pm. Testing site 2 will still be opening at 12pm. Please drive with caution around the testing sites due to high traffic. Locations of testing clinics are: - 2 x Drive through testing clinics at Shepparton Sports Precinct, corner of Numurkah Road and Brauman Street, Shepparton. -Testing clinic 1 (Sports City Netball Carparks): 10:00am to 5:30pm -Testing clinic 2 (Sports City Main Pavilion): 12pm-5.30pm enter via Numurkah Road. - Please do NOT attend the Showgrounds Testing Site at the McIntosh Centre as it has reached capacity for the day. - GV Health’s Acute Respiratory Clinic at Graham Street: 8:00am 5:30pm - Shepparton Respiratory Clinic, 172 Welsford Street: by appointment We expect long queues so please come prepared. We ask you bring some water, food, a hat, sunscreen and possibly a folding chair if you can’t stand for long periods of time. Please make sure to physically distance yourself by 1.5 metres with others waiting in line. We are grateful to everyone who has responded quickly and is now getting tested. NOTE: Do not avoid visiting GV Health if you require urgent medical attention. Please continue to visit GV Health’s Emergency Department if you require urgent medical attention. PARKING NOTE: Parking infringements are not being issued at COVID testing sites however drivers must still be aware of safety issues - do not stop over an intersection and obey Police or road traffic management directions at all times.

09.01.2022 The Italian Ossario is considered to be of historic and aesthetic significance as the final resting place of 130 Italian prisoners of war and detainees who died in Australia during World War II.

09.01.2022 Council’s Visitor Experience Innovation Grants are now open, with funding of up to $5000 available for individual projects. The program has been put in place to support businesses to come out of the COVID-19 pandemic with increased diversity and sustainability, encouraging more visitors to the region and delivering an improved experience for those who visit and reside in Greater Shepparton.

08.01.2022 The CFA has issued a warning to farmers to exercise caution with the cutting, baling and storage of hay. Haystack fires can start quite easily from lightning strikes, sparks from equipment and machinery, but a major source of ignition is spontaneous combustion of the haybales themselves

08.01.2022 Meet your newly elected Councillors! Cr Kim O’Keeffe has been re-elected to her second term on Greater Shepparton City Council and is now Mayor for her third year. Here's what she is most looking forward to and what her areas of interest are. Find out more at bit.ly/GSCouncil20-24 Kim O'Keeffe For Greater Shepparton City Council

08.01.2022 Do you know when to call Triple Zero and when to call the Police Assistance Line? Find out that and more in this video with our local Police. Head to police.vic.gov.au. If you have any questions for Victoria Police, comment below or send us a message.

08.01.2022 **UPDATE ON COVID-19 TESTING SITES - 10.18AM** Testing site 1 at the Shepparton Sports Precinct is now at capacity. Please come later in the afternoon. The closing time for this site has also been extended to 7pm. Testing site 2 will still be opening at 12pm. Please drive with caution around the testing sites due to high traffic.

08.01.2022 The extended deadline for pool and spa registrations in Victoria is coming up on 1 November 2020. In December 2019, the State Government introduced new regulations that all owners of a pool or spa that is capable of holding more than 300 mm (30 cm) of water must register it with their local Council in an effort to lower the risk of drownings in the state. More info - bit.ly/GSRegisterYourPool

07.01.2022 Despite roadworks, Maude Street traders are still open for business! Shop and support local. For more info about the works including timelines, head to bit.ly/MaudeStPlaza Collins Booksellers Shepparton Freeman's Bakery Cafes GoSushi Shepparton... St Vinnies, Shepparton Shepparton Centre Pharmacy Proud Traditional Thai Massage Shepparton Hysteria Body Piercing - Shepparton gb coffee Giuliani’s Hair for Men Baking Dough Bubble Cuppa ENZOS Burger Shepparton My Mates Pizza JB Jewellers See more

07.01.2022 The deliberate or unauthorised dumping, tipping or burying of waste or litter is illegal. Cleaning up dumped waste costs the community thousands of dollars each year. If you witness someone dumping waste or littering or have come across dumped rubbish, please report it. Find out how to report and more information at http://bit.ly/ReportDumpingGS

07.01.2022 ROAD CLOSURE Road resurfacing works occurring on Numurkah Road (Service Road) and Mills Street commencing Tuesday 17 November between the hours of 7am to 7pm. Asphalt resurfacing will occur along Numurkah Road (Service Road) from the intersection of Numurkah Road to Graham Street. Road closure along Mills Street from the intersection of Numurkah Road to Dunlop Street will also occur. The works will allow local residents and business access to properties but some de...lays are expected. It is anticipated that the works will continue for approximately two days, weather permitting. The works are due for completion Wednesday 18 November.

07.01.2022 What can you put in your red lid bin? Head to bit.ly/WasteGS for more information.

07.01.2022 Update Regarding COVID-19 Outbreak in Shepparton: COVID-19 Testing Today ~ GV Health has tested 492 people for COVID-19 as at 6:00pm today. The testing sites ha...ve remained open into the evening beyond the scheduled closing times to accommodate additional demand. This is a large outbreak that has changed quickly over the past 24 hours. GV Health acknowledges there has been delays at our testing sites today and we are sorry this has occurred. However, GV Health has increased the number of testing sites in Shepparton as of tomorrow with support from health services in regional Victoria and the Australian Defence Force. There have also been improvements in the registration process for people presenting for testing which will reduce the time the testing process takes. An additional drive through testing location that will have two separate testing points at the Shepparton Sports Precinct will be available from Thursday. See details below. There has also been additional community based COVID-19 testing undertaken at the Princes Park Medical Centre today with 335 people tested as at 6:00pm. Current Active Cases and Close Contacts ~ There are three cases of people that have tested positive for COVID-19 in the Shepparton region that are considered to be active cases. These three cases are linked to the Chadstone Outbreak. These people are self-isolating at home and are being monitored. GV Health is undertaking contact tracing and testing now and into the evening, with further information to be provided as soon as it is available. At this stage, there are currently 411 close contacts and 70 secondary close contacts identified in relation to the outbreak in Shepparton and this number may change in coming days. This is an evolving outbreak and further information will be provided as soon as it becomes available. High-Risk Locations in Shepparton ~ If you have visited any of the high-risk locations below during the dates and times identified you should get tested and quarantine for 14 days. Even if you don’t have any symptoms or only mild symptoms. * Central Tyre Service, Welsford Street Shepparton on Wednesday 30 September to Tuesday 13 October 2020 * Mooroopna Golf Club Members Bar Sunday 4 October from 11:00am to 2:00pm and Sunday 11 October 2020 from 11:00am to 2:00pm * Bombshell Hairdressing, Fryers Street Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 9:30am * Thai Orchid Restaurant, Nixon Street Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 7:00pm * Shepparton Market Place Medical Centre Midland Highway Shepparton Thursday 8 October 2020 from 9:15am to 10:15am Locations of Concern Updated ~ If you have visited any of the locations of concern below you should get tested and stay at home while you await your results. In addition, people should be vigilant for symptoms of COVID-19 and get tested again at the first sign of any symptoms. * Bunnings Warehouse Shepparton Benalla Road Shepparton Wednesday 30 September 2020 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm * McDonalds Shepparton North Numurkah Road Shepparton Saturday 3 October 2020 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm * Lemon Tree Café Fryers Street Shepparton Wednesday 7 October to Monday 12 October 2020 * Mooroopna Golf Club Pro Shop Sunday 11 October 2020 from 11:00am to 2:00pm * Caltex Kalkallo Service Centre South Bound 1340 Hume Freeway Kalkallo 30 September 2020 form 7:00pm to 9:00pm Getting Tested Acute Respiratory Clinic & Pop-Up Testing Clinics There are a number of sites in Shepparton where people can get tested for COVID-19 including: * Acute Respiratory Clinic at Graham Street, Shepparton is open seven days per week from 8:00am to 5:30pm. People who have symptoms are encouraged to this location. * The McIntosh Centre at Shepparton Showgrounds corner of Thompson Street and High Street from 8:00am to 5:30pm. People who do not have symptoms are encouraged to this location. * Two separate drive through clinics at the Shepparton Sports Precinct, corner of Numurkah Road and Brauman Street, Shepparton. - Location 1: Soccer Fields car park from 12 noon. - Location 2: Netball Courts car park from 10:00am to 5:30pm. People who do and do not have symptoms of COVID-19 can attend this site. * Shepparton Respiratory Clinic - 172 Welsford Street SHEPPARTON by appointment https://www.hotdoc.com.au/medical.../shepparton-VIC-3630 General Advice ~ Anyone who is unwell with any symptoms of COVID-19, no matter how mild (such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, runny nose, loss of sense of smell) and who attended these locations on these dates and times should get tested immediately and stay at home until you receive the result. Do not go about your normal day-to-day activities such as work or going out in the community. Community Cases in the Goulburn Valley ~ There are no people in the Benalla, Campaspe, Moira and Strathbogie regions that have tested positive for COVID-19 that are considered to be an active case.

07.01.2022 Our goal is to be better at listening to our residents. If you have ideas on how we can improve our Community Engagement Policy, submit your feedback now until 29 January 2021.

07.01.2022 Put down the coins and your PayStay app! Complimentary parking starts TODAY in the Shepparton CBD. For more information, head to bit.ly/CompParking20 Please note: - Time limits and infringements still apply. - Complimentary parking does not apply to private car parks such as CarePark, GVHealth and the Multi-deck car park.... - Please don’t use your PayStay app during this time See more

07.01.2022 The Financial Counselling Network from VincentCare provides free and confidential financial counselling. If you've got money worries, struggling to make ends meet, have been threatened with disconnection of services and more, give them a call on 03 5831 1840. For more information, head to vincentcare.org.au/our-services/financial-counselling If you have a question for the Financial Counselling Network, comment below or send us a message.

06.01.2022 Celebrate Carols by Candlelight this year safely from the comfort of your home with a special online performance!

06.01.2022 The partnership between Council and Brotherhood of St Laurence enabled 21 Work and Learning Centre participants to successfully gain employment with Greater Shepparton City Council during COVID-19.

04.01.2022 Explore new ways to promote your business at our workshop series designed to help you navigate marketing in an online world at our small town business events. Head to bit.ly/SmallTownBusinessEvents for more information. Greater Shepparton Business Centre Shepparton Chamber of Commerce & Industry

04.01.2022 Nominations for the Greater Shepparton Cultural Heritage Awards 2021 are open now! Deborah, our Greater Shepparton Heritage Advisor, is at the old St Patricks Church in Moorilim, explaining why this site has previously won a Heritage Award. For more info, head to bit.ly/HeritageAwards21

04.01.2022 **UPDATE ON COVID-19 TESTING SITES - 3:10PM** The opening of the Central Park testing site has been delayed until 4pm and will be open until 7pm. The two drive through testing sites at Shepparton Sports City are currently accepting cars.

03.01.2022 Our Maternal and Child Health service is offering their Breast Pump Hire Service again. Breast pumps can be hired for up to two weeks at a time. Pump hire can be arranged directly through your MCH nurse or by contacting Council's Early Years Administration on (03) 5832 9700.

03.01.2022 Look out for roadworks in Shepp next week along this stretch of Knight Street (from The Boulevard to Welsford Street). Starting Monday, for a couple of weeks. Local residents and business will still be able to access their properties.

03.01.2022 The installation of new light towers at Vibert Reserve is now complete! Head to bit.ly/VibertReserveLights for more info.

02.01.2022 Congratulations to the St Georges Road Food Festival and Carols by Candlelight for their outstanding community work.

02.01.2022 Creatives in the region have been invited to participate in a series of free professional development workshops. For more info, head to bit.ly/ArtsACTION

02.01.2022 **UPDATE** Centre now at full capacity. The pop-up testing facility will be open tomorrow from 8am to 6pm. COVID-19 POP-UP TESTING FACILITY AT MCINTOSH CENTRE - There is currently a pop-up testing facility set up at the McIntosh Centre at the Shepparton Showgrounds (High St Shepparton). This is for those who are NOT showing symptoms and have visited any of the high-risk locations stated by GV Health and DHHS. Please be aware that there will be a long wait so come pre...pared. We ask you bring some water, food, a hat, sunscreen and possibly a folding chair. The toilets outside the centre are closed however the toilets inside the centre ARE open. Below is a parking map for the McIntosh Centre. We are grateful to everyone who has responded quickly and are now getting tested. Eyewatch - Greater Shepparton Police Service Area

01.01.2022 Keep an eye out for your next roll of purple compostable bags. They'll be delivered throughout January and February.

01.01.2022 Update Regarding Shepparton Outbreak: High Risk Locations, Locations of Concern & Testing Sites There are three cases of people that have tested positive for CO...VID-19 in the last 24 hours from the Shepparton region that are considered to be active cases. These three cases are linked to the Chadstone Outbreak. These people are self-isolating at home and are being monitored. GV Health is undertaking contact tracing now and into the evening, with further information to be provided as soon as it is available. This is an evolving outbreak and further information will be provided as soon as it becomes available. High-Risk Locations in Shepparton Updated ~ If you have visited any of the high-risk locations below during the dates and times identified you should get tested and quarantine for 14 days. Even if you don’t have any symptoms or only mild symptoms. Central Tyre Service, Welsford Street Shepparton on Wednesday 30 September to Tuesday 13 October 2020 Mooroopna Golf Club Members Bar Sunday 4 October and Sunday 11 October 2020 Bombshell Hairdressing, Fryers Street Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 9:30am Thai Orchid Restaurant, Nixon Street Shepparton on Wednesday 7 October 2020 from 7:00pm Shepparton Market Place Medical Centre Midland Highway Shepparton Thursday 8 October 2020 from 9:15am to 10:15am Locations of Concern Updated ~ If you have visited any of the locations of concern below you should get tested and stay at home while you await your results. In addition, people should be vigilant for symptoms of COVID-19 and get tested again at the first sign of any symptoms. Bunnings Warehouse Shepparton Benalla Road Shepparton Wednesday 30 September 2020 McDonalds Shepparton North Numurkah Road Shepparton Saturday 3 October 2020 Lemon Tree Café Fryers Street Shepparton Wednesday 7 October to Monday 12 October 2020 Mooroopna Golf Club Pro Shop Sunday 11 October 2020 Getting Tested Acute Respiratory Clinic & Pop-Up Testing ~ GV Health is providing two sites in Shepparton wo sites are available for COVID-19 testing in Shepparton Acute Respiratory Clinic at Graham Street, Shepparton is open seven days per week from 9:00am to 5:30pm. The McIntosh Centre at Shepparton Showgrounds Corner of Midland Hwy and Thompson Street from 12:30pm Please be patient with our staff at the testing sites as there will be large numbers of people presenting for testing. We have sourced additional staff to carry out testing. General Advice ~ Anyone who is unwell with any symptoms of COVID-19, no matter how mild (such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, runny nose, loss of sense of smell) and who attended these locations on these dates and times should get tested immediately and stay at home until you receive the result. Do not go about your normal day-to-day activities such as work or going out in the community. Please do the right thing and do not place your family members, friends and the broader community at risk. Further information regarding COVID-19 ~ Information regarding COVID-19 is available at the Department of Health and Human Services website at www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus or by calling 1800 675 398.

01.01.2022 PETS IN HOT WEATHER - Take extra precautions to protect your pets from the heat. Provide extra water bowls with lots of cool clean water in case they spill over. Ensure you provide access to shelter and shade at all times, including moving hutches out of the sun and if you can, bring your pets inside during extreme heat. Please note that due to the holidays, this page will be unmonitored from 3.00pm 24 December 2020 to 8.15am 4 January 2021. For urgent matters in this time, please phone 03 5832 9700 and follow the prompts. For opening hours of other Council Services during this time head to bit.ly/GSCCXMasHours