Suzanna Sheed Independent MP for the District of Shepparton | Politician
Suzanna Sheed Independent MP for the District of Shepparton
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25.01.2022 Findings from ground breaking research into ageing well have just been released. The final report commissioned by the State Government, includes ideas for reducing social isolation, details of the revitalized Seniors Festival, proactive wellbeing checks, connections to local community supports as well as dedicated services for those not online. For a copy of the report go to https://bit.ly/35qY903 or for someone you know who is not online, please phone my office on 5831 6944 for a copy to be mailed out.
25.01.2022 The sky had cleared by the start of the @Australia Day awards ceremony at Mooroopna. The committee had prepared to ensure that this event could go ahead and Murray Shields as master of ceremonies ensured that the event runs smoothly. There were songs, poetry, speeches and of course the awards ceremony. The Mooroopna citizen of the year went to Cath Birkett and the Young citizen of the year to Natalie Dobbyn who was also awarded the young citizen for the overall Greater Shepparton area. Congratulations to the award winners and all of the nominees and of course those who did the hard work of nominating them. Speakers acknowledged the impact of colonisation on our first Nations people and the need to examine our history to ensure that we can all celebrate Australia Day on a day in which everyone feels included.
23.01.2022 I’ve called on the state and federal governments to act urgently on seasonal workers to prevent Victoria’s fruit and vegetable produce rotting on the trees and in the fields. With just a matter of weeks to go before fruit and vegetable harvesting is due to start, there are massive problems getting the workers that are needed to pick the crops in the Goulburn Valley as well as other regions across Victoria and the country. The shortage of seasonal workers across Victoria is ...extremely worrying for growers, many of whom have bumper crops and have been facing years of drought, fluctuating overseas markets and high-water price. It is becoming increasingly clear that in order to harvest our fruit and vegetable crops in the Goulburn Valley producers will need access to Pacific Islander workers under the federal government’s Pacific Islander seasonal workers program. If government's can get all those overseas tennis players in for the Australian Open surely they can come up with a solution for our food producers. https://bit.ly/2Kcx8Wf
23.01.2022 The 25th Shepparton Festival will come alive across the Goulburn Valley from the 11th to 27th June 2021. Being a winter festival, it will take advantage of the darkness of night and the magic of projection with a tagline of - unique events in unusual places. The festival committee is looking forward to delivering a safe and exciting festival and reignite the creativity that our region is so well known for. We warmly extend an inviation to the Minister for Creative Industries Danny Pearson MP for Essendon to attend the launch of the Shepparton Festival and to formally open it #Sheppfest
23.01.2022 It was an early start to be present at the Australia Day awards event in Shepparton this morning. The awards for outstanding service for the overall Greater Shepparton region were citizen of the year Camuran Albania, young citizen of the year Natalie Dobbyn and the community event of the year went to the Quarry Chorus. John Painter was awarded senior citizen of the year with Shepparton Young citizen of the year awarded to Alana Cook and the sports award going to Michael Cla...rke. Congratulations to each of the award winners and thank you for the amazing volunteer work you perform in our communities. Speeches throughout the day recognised the impact of colonisation on First Nations people and the need for an honest examination of our history as we continue the discussion about about how and when to best celebrate Australia Day in the years ahead.
22.01.2022 Moira Shire is now accepting applications for Community Grants of up to $10,000. Designed to benefit the whole community, these grants are aimed at funding arts and cultural projects, community events, promoting good health, environmental sustainability and more. Applications close Wednesday 13th January. Please refer to the Community Strengthening Grants Guidelines at https://bit.ly/3lBlEJo for assistance.
20.01.2022 Fruit pickers are wanted and the peak time here in the Goulburn Valley is February/March I'm told by growers! There are campaigns underway to attract local pickers given the restrictions on international workers and backpackers. But the system needs to work properly and unfortunately I've heard some direct reports of difficulties in relation to getting the information that is needed about work conditions, pay, availability of work, accommodation costs and actually accessing ...the $6000 incentive being offered by the federal government. It is essential that those administering the system do so efficiently and with the best possible customer service so that the experience of those who choose to give it a go is a good one. We want those workers to spread the word as widely as possible thereby attracting even more pickers to the region. Let's hope that new pickers are directed to contractors and growers of good reputation who do the right thing and that any issues are quickly and properly addressed. If there are any problems in this regard please email my office and I will do what I can to have them addressed. It’s physically demanding work with early starts during the hot weather but you’ll learn new skills and make new friends. There are opportunities for training and advancement and people relocating from outside the region will be eligible for $6,000 to cover costs. Go to https://bit.ly/37ivBXr to register
17.01.2022 La Trobe University is inviting farmers, agri-producers, distributors and sellers to apply for Digital Harvest, a free online program designed to help adapt and grow, as a response to the events of 2020. The 12 week program is being funded by the Victorian Government and will assist companies in the agriculture sector to understand and develop an online media presence. Registrations close tomorrow, Thursday 28 January 2021 at 11:59pm.... Follow the link for more information or to register. https://www.latrobe.edu.au//accelera/agvic-digital-harvest
16.01.2022 The Minister for Education James Merlino was in Shepparton to mark the structural completion of Greater Shepparton Secondary College's five separate buildings: three Neighbourhood Buildings with 3 Houses each, an Innovation and Enterprise Centre, and the gymnasium. Touring the building site, all were filled with excitement at how advanced the build is and the detailed designing that went into to creating an intimate and inclusive setting for all students. This is transformational change and investment in our young people. Incoming School Captains Caitlyn Glasson & Ben Okely were thrilled to see the progress and excited for the students who will come after them and be the beneficiaries of the work put into the state-of-the-art secondary school.
13.01.2022 Safer cycling and minimum passing distances will soon become law. From 1st January 2021 it will be mandatory for motorists to give cyclists at least one metre clearance on roads with speed limits up to 60kp/h and 1.5 metres on roads with speed limits above that. I’m sure most of us are already mindful of cyclists but let’s practice and be ready for 1st January.
13.01.2022 We have been trying to teach Maggie how to swim. On our last effort she ended up on Quincy’s back and nearly drowned him. I had to jump into the lake to rescue him. Determined that this wouldn’t happen again we have bought Maggie a lifejacket and tested it out today. She has had swimming lessons and is coming along quite nicely.
13.01.2022 The Federal Health Minister has announced quarantine-free travel for travellers coming from New Zealand to Australia will be suspended effective immediately for the next 72 hours. The decision was based on advice by the AHPPC while the government seeks more information about the single New Zealand case linked to a new COVID-19 strain. Travellers coming from New Zealand to Australia in the next 72 hours will have to go into mandatory hotel quarantine. Anyone who has arrived in... Australia on a flight from New Zealand on or since 14 January is asked to isolate and arrange to be tested and to remain in isolation until they have a negative test. Read the Ministers full statement here: https://bit.ly/3qNHifN
12.01.2022 It was a pleasure to be at the Nathalia Australia Day Awards Ceremony to celebrate the significant contributions of our community members. To all the recipients and nominees, thank you for your service and contribution to our community. You’re an integral part of the fabric of our community. It is because of you, your volunteering, your commitment and passion that our community has fantastic community events that we all enjoy, that we have groups and organisations who provide much needed support service to people in times of need and are inspiring the next generation of community leaders.
11.01.2022 Here’s your chance for a career change. Post Covid funding of $274M is being made available for TAFE and the training sector to ensure that Victoria has the people with the right skills to rebuild Victoria’s economy. In addition to completion of pre-pandemic learning, targeted short courses will assist job seekers and retrenched workers move into new areas where job vacancies are waiting to be filled.
10.01.2022 Christmas is well and truly nearing and it was great to see so many people down the street in Shepparton and Mooroopna shopping over the weekend. For Peter and I, it was a chance to get some shopping done and catch up with many people along the way. With lots of grandchildren between us there was some serious toy shopping to be done! It is a great feeling to #shoplocal
10.01.2022 Are you interested in joining a Tenants Reference Group? The Victorian Public Tenants Association (VPTA) is the peak body representing people who live in public housing and those on the waitlist. Group members will be asked to provide their opinion on important topics to strengthen the VPTA's advocacy on behalf of all people who live in public housing, with the overall aim of protecting, improving and growing public housing in Victoria. If you’re interested in becoming a member, please visit https://bit.ly/2I2oPLS
09.01.2022 Leanne Button from Tatura Community House called into the electorate office to pick up a hamper of goodies our staff have donated as part of the Community House's Reverse Advent Calendar. Around 130 hampers will be made up by Tatura Community House and delivered to someone who is doing it a bit tough this Christmas.Helping Hand Tatura
09.01.2022 At last! Victoria is considering a Container Deposit Scheme which involves collecting small empty drink containers, specifically take-away size bottles, cans and cartons, for return to a local collection point. This is a win/win/win opportunity, to benefit the environment, local fund-raising groups as well as provide employment within the collection process. The Government is keen to know your thoughts so go to engage.vic.gov.au/container-deposit-scheme and have your say. Consultation closes Monday 30th November.
08.01.2022 Here’s a great way to test your inventiveness. Moira Shire is offering Coronavirus Community Recovery grants of up to $2,500 to social enterprises, creative groups and community organizations with suggestions for restoring health and well-being across the Shire. Ideas might be one-off initiatives or ongoing programs. For more information or to submit an application, go to the Moira Shire website https://bit.ly/2Li9xUw
08.01.2022 Thank you friend for the box of apricots this morning. As well as stewing some I made an amazing apricot upsidedown cake for dessert tonight!
07.01.2022 Although Shepparton’s Remembrance Day commemoration will be limited to only 10 people, the Poppy Appeal will go ahead thanks to staff from the Shepparton RSL Club who will be selling poppies from stalls set up at the Shepparton Marketplace, Riverside Plaza, Vaughan Street Coles, Shepparton North IGA, Archer Street Woolworths and Mooroopna Woolworths and at selected shops across Shepparton. Donations can be made online at https://poppyappeal.com.au/ By observing social distancing, members of the public may also lay wreaths at the conclusion of the ceremony at 11.00am on Wednesday.
06.01.2022 From midnight tonight 18 December 2020, a permit system will be in place for all New South Wales residents travelling to Victoria, residents from other states travelling through NSW and Victorians visiting NSW and returning home. More information about the permit system and the application form will be available shortly. Check this page regularly for updates: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/health-advice-nsw-travel
04.01.2022 From 11:59pm on 18 December, a permit system is in place for all people travelling from New South Wales into Victoria. Anyone from NSW who is in Victoria and who has even the slightest symptoms is urged to get tested immediately. If you've visited a Red Zone location - the Northern Beaches area and other hot spot sites as defined by NSW Health - since Friday 11 December and you're already in Victoria, please call DHHS on 1800 675 398 for advice on how to get tested and isol...ation requirements. You must self isolate immediately.For the latest information on Red Zones visit: https://www.nsw.gov.au/covid-19/latest-news-and-updates... If you've visited an Orange Zone location - the Greater Sydney area - You're encourage you to get tested and self isolate. Once a negative test is returned, you can leave self isolation. If you've visited a Green Zone location - the rest of NSW - monitor for symptoms and get tested if symptoms develop. There are almost 200 sites to get tested across Victoria; tests are free for everyone and you will have your results by the next day. You can apply for a permit here: https://bit.ly/34tYPkC
03.01.2022 I've called on the Victorian State Government to honour its agreement with Shepparton CFA volunteers to build a four vehicle-wide shed for the CFA at Shepparton’s new fire station. There is concern that the CFA volunteers will not get the promised four-berth shed at the new fire station. CFA volunteers in our community have shown good faith in coming together to give us co-located fire services. The $12.66 million fire station is reportedly due to be completed in December with firefighters expected to move in by the end of February. This matter is particularly urgent, given the increased intensity of bushfire seasons and the ever-increasing need to reduce fuel loads
03.01.2022 On 11 November 1918 at 11am the guns fell silent on the Western Front marking the end of World War One after four long years. This years commemorative services were different due to the Covid-19 pandemic restrictions in place. Today we commemorated the 75th anniversary of that day - pausing to remember those men and women who sacrificed their lives and those who have suffered in all wars, conflicts and peace operations. Commemorative services were different due to the Covid 19 pandemic restrictions in place. At Parliament today we stood on the front step while the bugler played to honour them. - Lest We Forget
02.01.2022 This is an important announcement that will help many parents over the next 12 months. Free kinder is available for each child enrolled in a funded kinder program for 2021. This is expected to save some families around $2,000! More support is also being provided for Outside School Hours Care which will provide great savings and help more women back into the workforce.
02.01.2022 The Victorian Government has allocated $250,000 to Moira Shire to help the hospitality sector prepare for Covid-19 recovery. Hospitality businesses in the Moira Shire are being urged to think about ways to adapt, for example temporary street furniture or marquees, additional waste management and so on... Submissions close Friday 20th November. Go to www.moira.vic.gov.au for more information
01.01.2022 The Victorian Government is keen to see local Agricultural shows bounce back bigger and better than ever after Covid-19. To this end, funding of up to $10K is being made available to Agricultural and Pastoral Society Groups for infrastructure development and promotional activity. For how to apply and other details go to the Agriculture Victoria website at https://bit.ly/35oj3wI BE QUICK as applications close 1st December.
