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Sheppnews.com.au stands out as the top source for news and information in the Goulburn Valley. It serves as the online counterpart to the well-established Shepparton News, which is published six times a week by the McPherson Media Group. A dedicated team of journalists, photographers, editors, and contributors work together to report on important stories that impact the local community, highlighting both breaking news and in-depth analysis, along with various opinions on regional matters.

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Community in disbelief after shock announcement

2 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Owen Sinclair

Communities across the Goulburn Valley have been left reeling following the shock announcement that the Bega Cheese factory in Strathmerton will close. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content In a statement to employees and the ASX on Tuesday, May 6, the Bega Group said it would be closing its Strathmerton factory in mid-2026, citing cost savings per year of $30 million by consolidating processing and packaging operations to its site in Bega, NSW.
Rock, paper, scissors, shoot? Knights and Saints go goal-busters in spirited match

2 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Liam Nash

What is a higher honour - to be sainted or knighted? Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content Shepparton Soccer Junior Association answered that question on Saturday at McEwen Reserve, as Kyabram Knights Black and All Saints went to battle in the under-14 Orange division.
Circle May 31 on the calendar - AFL Vic is pulling out all the stops for this GVL classic

2 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Liam Nash

There’s no question Kyabram is flying in the Goulburn Valley League right now. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content And if all eyes weren’t on the Bombers already, a showcase arriving later this month ensures they will. Kyabram Football Netball Club’s hosting of the round eight fixture against Shepparton has been chosen as one of six marquee games for 2025 as part of the WorkSafe Country Club Series in partnership with AFL Victoria.
Towners and Bulldogs play out close contests across both field and court

2 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Alexander Dabb

Violet Town’s resurgence in 2025 has continued, with the Towners ending round five inside the top six on the Kyabram District League ladder following a brilliant battle with Merrigum at the weekend. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content Travelling to Merrigum Recreation Reserve, the Towners were locked in a fierce contest from the opening bounce, but prevailed 15.8 (98) to 13.10 (88) to notch win number three for the year.
A mother’s heartbreak: road safety call

2 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Monique Preston

“I don’t cry as much as I used to, but there are still moments when it hits you.” Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content They are words no mother wishes to ever have to say about their child. Sadly for Sharon O’Dwyer, they are a reality she has had to live with every day for more than four years. Her son Mathew O’Dwyer was just 26 years old when he died in a crash at Bunbartha.
Mother’s Day Picnic draws a packed crowd at St Joseph’s Primary School

3 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Owen Sinclair

Mother’s Day is important to people for many reasons. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content At St Joseph’s Primary School’s annual Mother’s Day Picnic on Friday, May 9, students and their mums spent time in the sunshine, enjoying each other’s company before the big day. For some, Mother’s Day is a chance to show gratitude and appreciation for their mother’s love and time. For Tarrah Corso, Mother’s Day is special for many reasons.
Late drama as a 94th-minute equaliser changes this game’s context for the Suns

3 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Liam Nash

Day usually breaks about 6.30am — but on Saturday, the timing was a little off. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content Instead, the day in question was Whittlesea United’s Marcus Day, the time was 7.50pm and the only breaking being done was in the metaphorical sense, inflicted on the hearts of Goulburn Valley Suns in their Victorian Premier League Two fixture.
50,000 and counting: Rovers reserves’ percentage odyssey takes another twist

3 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Liam Nash

Just when we thought it couldn’t get crazier, the story of Deniliquin Rovers’ reserves keeps on delivering. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content Last week, it was brought to attention that the Rovers’ twos had embarked on a barnstorming run to start the season, winning their first three games of the Picola District Football League season by an eye-popping margin. Points kicked: 435. Points conceded: one.
Utes flip at notorious Pine Lodge intersection

3 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Monique Preston

Two utes ended up on their roofs after a crash at a notorious Pine Lodge intersection on Monday, May 12. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content A Holden Colorado ute and a Nissan Triton ute collided at the intersection of Cosgrove Lemnos Rd and Pine Lodge North Rd at about 7.50am. It is the same intersection that claimed the lives of four people in a crash between a car and a ute in January 2023.
Walk for Road Safety: honour, awareness, action

3 days ago | sheppnews.com.au | Monique Preston

“Every fatality and serious injury on our roads leaves a lasting impact on families, friends and our community.” Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content Those were the words of City of Greater Shepparton Mayor Shane Sali in announcing the Walk for Road Safety, which will be held on Sunday, May 18.