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Posted on Friday 18th of December, 2020,
The Hon. Jaala Pulford, Minister for Employment, Small Business and Innovation, Medical Research and the Digital Economy, paid a visit to the new Shepparton Art Museum building on Thursday to view the progress.
Minister Pulford was provided with a guided tour to all levels of the building and spent some time talking to local contractors working on the project.
Local contractors including Michael Hatton Landscapes, Watters Electrical, SibWeld, J&S Iaria Concrete and Jarvis Delahey met with Minister Pulford to talk about the boost the project has provided to their businesses.
The contractors explained their roles on the project and discussed the work they have been involved in. Video interviews on local contractors can be found on the website.
Also in attendance was the Mayor, Cr Kim O'Keeffe, Chair of SAM Ltd, Stephen Merrylees, Regional Director Hume Regional Development, Matt Nelson and Greater Shepparton City Council CEO, Peter Harriott.
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Wednesday 10th of December,
Funding secured for Goulburn Murray Valley Fruit Fly Program
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Wednesday 10th of December,
Greater Shepparton City Council wins Victorian Multicultural Award for Excellence
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Monday 8th of December,
Greater Shepparton to host Victory A-League Women’s match and community programs next year
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Monday 8th of December,
Blue Green Algae warning for Mooroopna Recreation Reserve Lake
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Friday 5th of December,
Council welcomes further relief for primary producers through a freeze on the ESVF
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Thursday 4th of December,
Community Satisfaction Surveys taking place in Greater Shepparton
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More Events in Greater Shepparton
Sunday 14th of December,
Riverlinks and John Noble's Quartet Program presents Itet Strings Celebration 2025
Ten Itet string ensembles from across Victoria take the stage alongside their professional mentors for an inspiring and unforgettable musical event. View on Riverlinks
Sunday 14th of December,
Natural Christmas Decorations
Celebrate Christmas the natural way. Read more
Monday 8th of December, – to Friday 12th of December,
FamilyCare Book Inn Book Sale
Our Book Sale has a huge variety of books available, including great titles for children and teenagers. Read more
Thursday 11th of December,
Board Game Fun at Shepparton Library
The Shepparton Library has a great collection of board games & puzzles that everyone is welcome to use. Read more
Tuesday 16th of December,
Book Chat at Shepparton Library
Come and join us at Shepparton Library for a cuppa and a chat about your favourite books! Read more
Saturday 13th of December,
Amy Newton - Dance Studios - CINEMATIC
Amy Newton Dance Studios are taking you on a journey through your favourite movies! From classic teen comedies to spooky horrors, you won’t want to miss this electrifying dance show. View on Riverlinks
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