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This article was published on Wednesday, 15 September, 2021. The information contained within may be out of date or inaccurate. News articles and media releases older than 60 days are archived for future reference.

Easing of lockdown in Greater Shepparton and Council services to resume

From 11.59pm tonight, Wednesday 15 September 2021, the below services and programs are able to resume, however several of these will have density restrictions in place as required by State Government guidelines.

Mayor, Cr Kim O’Keeffe applauded the community for their fantastic efforts over the past month in helping to stop the spread of COVID-19 within Greater Shepparton.

“Everyone should be extremely proud of themselves for helping to overcome the outbreak in our region. Today’s news of the easing of lockdown is a testament to the amazing work of every single resident within the community,” she said.

“I am extremely proud of the efforts of our region including the ongoing commitment to get tested, isolate, support each other and get vaccinated. The true spirit of Greater Shepparton’s resilience has been on show during this difficult time.

“As we now come out of lockdown lets continue to support each other and help businesses who are able to resume trading get back to the positive positions they were previously in.”

Operating with restrictions

Aquamoves
Eastbank and Westside
Encore Café
Greater Shepparton Business Centre
GV Libraries
KidsTown (indoor facilities and cafe)
Playgroups
Resale Shop at Shepparton Resource Recovery Centre
Saleyards
Senior Citizens Facilities/Council Halls
Shepparton Sports Stadium
Tatura Park Exhibition and Events Complex
Victoria Park Lake Caravan Park

Open

Aerodrome
Animal Shelter
Botanic Gardens
Customer Service
Family Day Care
Immunisation sessions
KidsTown (outdoor area) – restrictions apply to indoor facilities
Kindergartens
Long Day Care
Maternal and Child Health Services
Meals on Wheels
Parks and Recreation Reserves (Restrictions apply to spectators at community sport)
Playgrounds
Public Toilets
Resource Recovery Centres
Sharps disposal – collection service available
Skateparks
Visitor Centre

Council will continue to monitor and respond to the State Government requirements in the management of this current COVID-19 outbreak. For more detailed information, including opening hours, please visit our website.

More information on restrictions for regional Victoria visit The Department of Health and Human Services website