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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2025
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$20M university redevelopment opens
Summer City Market
returns this Friday and Saturday
LA TROBE University has officially unveiled its renovated and extended campus in Shepparton. This is the result of a significant investment in world-class facilities to enhance the study experience and increase the opportunities for people in the Goulburn Valley to access courses that respond to critical skills and workforce shortages. The Shepparton campus will welcome back its entire student cohort by the end of February after more than one year of Continued Page 15 construction.
I encourage everyone to join in, shop local and make the most of this exciting event in the heart of our city
Jerilderie Working Dog Auction SATURDAY 22ND FEBRUARY
Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali
Demonstrations will commence at 8:30 AM The auction will begin at 1:30 PM Admission is by gold coin.
SALES GALORE... Join Maude Street traders and market holders this Friday and Saturday when the iconic Summer City Market returns, bringing plenty of bargains, end-of-season sales and fun activities and entertainment. Pictured top row from left: Jane Shaholli from Evans Shoes, Kellie Beverley from Be Mellow, Rebekah Ryan from Laboratory. Bottom row from left: Nippa Harvey from Intersport Shepparton, Shelley Culhane from Focus Cards and Gifts, Fran Hawks from Perfect Pieces, and Jenny Hoxha from Kiddie Culture. Photo: Emma Harrop
Visit workingdogauction.com.au or contact by mobile: Andrew Rutherford 0427 861 515 Warwick Doolan 0429 445 964
ENJOY the last days of summer by discovering great bargains at the Summer City Market, scheduled to take place in the Shepparton CBD this Friday and Saturday, February 21-22, 2025. This iconic seasonal market features a variety of special sales at local shops and
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market stalls, live music, delicious food, and activities for kids. Greater Shepparton City Council Mayor, Councillor Shane Sali, expressed his excitement at the market’s return. “T he market of fers a fantastic opportunity for our community to come
together and enjoy the final days of summer while supporting local businesses and vendors,” he said. “I encourage everyone to join in, shop local and make the most of this exciting event in the heart of our city.” Continued Page 13
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