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Posted on Monday 29th of May, 2017,
Since its announcement on 13 April 2017, work on the 2030 Greater Victoria Commonwealth Games bid is progressing.
To date, meetings have been held with the Australian Commonwealth Games Association and other regional councils to progress the project, with meetings with Ministers still being negotiated.
The second Taskforce meeting took place today, Friday 26 June in Melbourne.
It’s an exciting time for Greater Shepparton and regional Victoria, stay tuned for more updates on the project.
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Service changes for Friday 9 January 2026
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Wednesday 7th of January,
Traffic Alert - Upcoming speed reduction – Toolamba Road, Mooroopna
Greater Shepparton City Council wishes to advise the community of upcoming traffic management and temporary speed reductions on Toolamba Road, between Simson Road and the Midland Highway, Mooroopna. Read more
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Christmas Kerbside Bin Collection Arrangements
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Friday 19th of December,
Blue Green Algae warning for Lake Bartlett
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More Events in Greater Shepparton
Tuesday 13th of January,
SAM Summer Camp: On the Road with Family Haven
SAM Camp is back on the road, and this time we’re coming to Mooroopna with Family Haven! Families are invited to drop in to our free workshop, where we’ll be sculpting own athlete-inspired tennis ball… Read more
Saturday 10th of January,
Pedal Boats
Looking for a relaxing way to enjoy the water? Read more
Monday 12th of January,
Sweet Peas Gymnastics
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Sunday 11th of January,
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Pedal your way across the water and soak up the sunshine. Read more
Wednesday 14th of January,
Let’s Splash
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