The Greater Shepparton community is experiencing substantial change, growing in both population and economic activity with an expected population growth of 1.2 per cent per year until 2031.
This growth brings with it a range of complex issues that impact on our community including planning and construction, protecting the environment, creation of local jobs, fit-for-purpose road and transport solutions, social and affordable housing, and the increasing need for our industries to adapt.
A diversified economy and an emphasis on sustainability, renewable energy and environmental conservation have significantly influenced the future direction for Greater Shepparton. This region, being known as Australia’s Agricultural Powerhouse, has become a centre for advanced manufacturing and health care, and a hub of innovation, visitation and cultural activity.
As a region traditionally dependent upon water, we are at a crossroad, where we are confronted with a future with less water as a result of Australian Government policy and environmental factors. We are a region in transition, which is presenting both challenges and opportunities.
Our power is in our partnerships and collaboration, and our ambitious goals for Greater Shepparton cannot be achieved by one organisation alone. To turn our vision into reality, we must engage, mobilise, and collaborate with all levels of government, the private sector, and the community.
Through advocacy and partnership, we aim to secure policy commitments, funding, and decisive action from key decision-makers. This enables us to deliver projects and priorities that will make Greater Shepparton a liveable, prosperous, inclusive, and resilient place to live, work, study, play, and do business.
The redevelopment of the Sports Stadium is the final missing piece for the regionally significant Shepparton’s Sports City, allowing the region to host large-scale events at state, national and international standards.
To create a more efficient and safer, more resilient road network we are seeking the construction of a new Goulburn River Bridge, the upgrade of key intersections and investing in road maintenance services.
Completing the construction of the full masterplan is vital to closing the gaps in care in our region, including an Integrated Cancer Centre, Regional Pathology Hub and more inpatient beds.
Read below for a brief overview for each of the three priority projects for Greater Shepparton. Click the tab buttons to switch between projects and for the full details, download the Australian Government Priorities Document 2025/26.
Greater Shepparton is experiencing significant growth, and this growth brings opportunity, however there are still challenges that need to be addressed.
This document highlights the key infrastructure priorities for Greater Shepparton. These projects will collectively contribute to strengthening economic and social activity and improved liveability for our region.
Download the Federal Advocacy Document 2025/26 PDF format - 4.5MB
The following documents provide additional insights into setting a strategic direction for the Greater Shepparton region and shaping public policy to address key challenges and opportunities.
There is an urgent need for expanded bus services and additional routes across the Greater Shepparton region.
The Committee for Greater Shepparton (C4GS) urgently needs to scale up this vital program to support business, education and health.
The prosperity outcomes described in the Plan combine to drive the economic prosperity of the whole community and support the achievement of Closing the Gap targets.
If Area Wide Management for Queensland fruit fly is not adequately funded, the horticulture industry in the Goulburn Valley will be at catastrophic risk.
The information contained in this document is correct as at the date of publication; however, is subject to change.