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William Cooper Bronze Statue Unveiling — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

William Cooper Memorial Statue

The statue commemorates William Cooper the activist and community leader who was instrumental in campaigns for Aboriginal rights. He was also known for his protest against the treatment of Jews by Nazi Germany, organising a petition with the Australian Aboriginal League to condemn the persecution of the Jewish population following Kristallnacht. The statue depicts William Cooper marching to the German Consulate, holding a petition in his hand.

Shepparton VIC

0.4 km away

Full house at Riverlinks Eastbank for the 2017 Season Launch — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Entertainment Venues

Riverlinks

Discover more at Riverlinks, the home of performing arts and entertainment in Greater Shepparton. With an extensive calendar of performances programmed for both the Riverlinks Eastbank in Shepparton and Riverlinks Westside in Mooroopna, Riverlinks has a reputation for delivering one of the best arts and entertainment programs in regional Australia. Comedy, dance, music, theatre and entertainment - whatever you are interested in, you are sure to find something entertaining all year round. Drop in for a visit soon and discover a world of entertainment right in the heart of the city.

Shepparton VIC

0.5 km away

Moooving Art Monash Park — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Shepparton Public Art Walk

Explore Shepparton's vibrant creative spirit on this 2.4 kilometres self-guided street art walk through the heart of the city. The route showcases a dynamic mix of murals, sculptures, and installations, including the powerful works of the Aboriginal Street Art Project - celebrating local Indigenous stories and culture. As you wander, you'll encounter striking pieces by talented artists from across the Goulburn Valley, each adding colour and character to the urban landscape. Keep an eye out for the iconic Moooving Art cows along the way - each uniquely painted and part of the region's beloved public art collection. The walk is a celebration of community, creativity, and storytelling, offering a fresh perspective on the region's rich cultural tapestry. Whether you're an art lover, a curious explorer, or simply looking to experience Shepparton in a new light, this walk invites you to slow down, look closer, and connect with the stories woven into the streets.

Shepparton VIC

0.5 km away

"Mateship", beaten copper by Bela Angyal (1924-) — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Shepparton Cenotaph

The Shepparton and District War Memorial is bordered by Marungi, Welsford and Fryers Streets. The site replaces the former memorial on Fryers Street and now comprises a large area paved with flagstones, a cross made of lawn and two sculptures of infantrymen (including the original memorial's 1924 sculpture) set against angular white walls. The white wall of the memorial is dedicated to fallen servicemen and those who fought in the Boer War, First World War, Second World War, Korea, Malaya, Borneo, Vietnam, East Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan. The 1924 sculpture, Helping Hand by Web Gilbert, depicts Pte. John Raws reaching his hand down to help his brother Robert from the trenches at St. Quentin during the First World War. Both were killed in action at Pozieres. The second sculpture, Bela Angyal's 2000 sculpture Mateship, was inspired by the famous World War II photographer, Damian Parer, and his image of a temporarily wounded and blinded Pte. Wally Johnson being helped by Sgt. Gordon Ayre, of Shepparton, across the Francisco River in Papua New Guinea.

Shepparton VIC

0.9 km away

Where's Molly Moooving Art Cow created by Tank Art — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Landmarks and Buildings

Greater Shepparton Moooving Art

Moooving Art is a unique and ever-changing public art exhibition. Scattered across Shepparton and Goulburn Valley's parks, gardens, riverbanks and public spaces is an array of colourful, ever-changing fibreglass cows that make up the Moooving Art herd. This exhibition of life-sized 3D fibreglass cows brings a whole new meaning to street art. The region produces a large percentage of Australia's dairy exports, making it a natural choice for this unusual attraction. There are over 90 cows in the Moooving Art herd and they are displayed outside businesses, in gardens, on poles and in buildings including the Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre. Local artists transform these sculptures to make each piece unique, or funny, or challenging. Try to spot new additions to the herd. Collect sightings of each sculpture as they are regularly moved to different locations across the region. Scan the QR code and learn the story behind each of the artworks and their artist. Come see for yourself Shepparton and Goulburn Valley's Moooving Art herd. Can you find them all? To access the interactive map visit their website.

Shepparton VIC

1.0 km away

Drone of Victoria Park Lake — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Natural Attractions

Victoria Park Lake

Victoria Park Lake, located in the heart of the city of Shepparton is a tranquil, picturesque area, popular with visitors and locals for walking, cycling, picnics, fishing, bird watching and outdoor games. Covering an area of 43 hectares, it is also home to the Shepparton S-Cape skate park, extremely popular with the kids and those young at heart, as well as the Shepparton Art Museum precinct, the home of Kaiela Arts, Greater Shepparton Visitor Centre, and cafe with picturesque views of Victoria Park Lake. The lake also plays host to numerous events throughout the year and the weekly Shepparton Parkrun on a Saturday morning.

Shepparton VIC

1.2 km away

Shepparton Art Museum, 2023. — Image credit: Shepparton Art Museum.

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Shepparton Art Museum

Shepparton Art Museum (SAM), located on Yorta Yorta Country in North Central Victoria, is one of Australia's outstanding regional art museums. Showcasing its exhibitions and collection in new and exciting ways, the museum is a vibrant, inclusive art museum that inspires creativity, forges meaningful connections, and celebrates the unique stories of the Goulburn Valley region. Established in 1936, the Shepparton Art Museum Collection is recognised and celebrated as one of regional Australia's most significant collections of Australian ceramics, alongside a growing collection of works by Indigenous artists, historic and contemporary paintings, prints and works on paper. Now residing on the bank of Lake Victoria in a state-of-the-art, purpose-built facility, the Shepparton Art Museum presents a dynamic program of exhibitions that are designed to be locally relevant and engage with global contemporary ideas.

Shepparton VIC

1.5 km away

Sunrise at the Australian Botanic Gardens Shepparton — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Natural Attractions

Australian Botanic Gardens Shepparton

Explore and enjoy the beauty of the evolving Australian Botanic Gardens Shepparton. The former landfill is being regenerated into a showcase of Australian native plants set amongst distinct themed gardens and bushland. The gardens are designed to represent the cultural, environmental, historical and agricultural characteristics of the Shepparton and Goulburn Valley region. The site consists of native grassy bushland, wetlands, and a seven hectare, 30 metre-high reclaimed landfill area with a lookout on top. This provides an expansive view of the local landscape and forms a significant landmark on the outskirts of the city, adjacent to the Goulburn and Broken Rivers. There are a range of trails suitable for walking or cycling through the gardens. Climb up high to the top of Honeysuckle Rise where the lookout offers an expansive view above the treetops across local landscapes. Stroll through the beautifully designed themed gardens. Zig-zag down the Zig-Zag path to admire the sculptural beauty of the Weaving Garden, and meander through regenerated bushland on the River and Native Forest walks. With seasonal changes and the ongoing development of new gardens and installations, there is always something new to see and enjoy at the Australian Botanic Gardens.

Kialla VIC

3.3 km away

Arcade Games and Prizes

Amusement and Theme Parks

Fun Planet

Fun Planet provides 5,000 square metres of indoor fun. They have 12 lanes of Interactive Tenpin bowling, Laser tag in a multi level arena, 12 metre high rock climbing wall, dodgem cars, Pixel Games and more than 130 arcade games and a magical prize counter. Tea, coffee, snacks all combine together to make this the perfect entertainment venue for the family, especially the big kids.

Kialla VIC

3.5 km away

Drone of Gemmill Swamp Mooroopna — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Natural Attractions

Gemmill Swamp Wildlife Reserve

Gemmill Swamp Wildlife Reserve covers an area of approximately 170 hectares of Goulburn River floodplain forest and wetland between the urban centres of Mooroopna and Shepparton. The Reserve includes Gemmill Swamp, a high conservation value wetland of State significance and a surrounding area of relatively natural river red gum forest. Gemmill Swamp Wildlife Reserve is significant in a state wide context because it provides habitat for some of Victoria's rare and vulnerable mammals, birds and reptiles including squirrel glider, turquoise parrots and superb parrots.

Mooroopna VIC

4.8 km away

Auburn Roadster — Image credit: MOVE

Galleries, Museums and Collections

The Museum of Vehicle Evolution (MOVE)

Located in Shepparton, The Museum of Vehicle Evolution (MOVE) is a world-class transport museum. MOVE displays motor cars, motorbikes, trucks, buses, and much more. Learn about the legends of the road transport industry and their machines in the Kenworth Dealer Pavilion's "Avenue of Legends." MOVE also includes; The Furphy Museum, The Farren Vintage Bicycle Collection, The Dick Clayton Collection of gramophones, telephones, and radio, and the extraordinary Loel Thomson Costume Collection. The collections are displayed in a contemporary and interactive exhibition space. MOVE is a destination offering coffee and dining at the Milestone Café, MOVE Shop for a gift, keepsake, or motoring accessory, and a variety of stores within the Emerald Bank precinct to enjoy. MOVE is a must-see destination when visiting the region – it has ‘something for everyone. See all the latest MOVE information, exhibitions, events, and news in your social media feed. Open daily, 10:00am until 4:00pm.

Kialla VIC

7.0 km away

Mactier Gardens and Tatura Court House - Blossoms — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Private Robert Mactier Statue

The Robert Mactier statue is situated in the Victoria Cross Memorial Garden in Hogan Street in Tatura and was unveiled in October 2014. Private Mactier was born and raised in Tatura. The statue acknowledges the bravery for which Private Mactier made the ultimate sacrifice and was thus posthumously awarded the Victoria Cross in 1918.

Tatura VIC

17 km away

Cussen Park Boardwalks — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Natural Attractions

Cussen Park

Cussen Park is a bushland style park encompassing 33 hectares of wetlands, woodlands and open space on the northern outskirts of Tatura. The land which forms Cussen Park is surrounded by industrial, residential and irrigated farm land. Cussen Park features constructed wetlands, bird hides, observation decks and well developed paths and signs allowing people to closely observe many bird species otherwise not possible. A great location to stretch your legs and connect with nature. Come explore for yourself. Experience the Hear and There Sound Walk, an innovative audio tour experience supported by interpretive signage guiding you through the wetland ecosystem.

Tatura VIC

17 km away

Tatura Water Tower Poppies — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Landmarks and Buildings

Tatura Water Tower Art

With remembrance poppies on one side and a portrait of Sir John Monash on the other, artists Cam Scale and Andrew Davis have created something pretty special on the GV Water owned tower. The tower was designed by Monash, an engineer and Australian military commander in WWI, with the 364,000 litre-capacity tower completed in 1912. During an evening you can view the tower under lights between 8pm and 10pm daily.

Tatura VIC

18 km away

The only war cemetery in Australia dedicated to German civilians and POWs — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

German War Cemetery

The German War Cemetery, Tatura, is historically significant as the first foreign war cemetery to be established in Australia and as one of five war cemeteries established by the Australian War Graves Commission in Victoria after the end of World War II. It provided for the reburial of German internees and Prisoners of War who died whilst detained in Australia during World War I and II. Bodies were exhumed from cemeteries throughout Australia and reinterred at this cemetery which is located in close proximity to the largest group of World War II internment camps constructed in Australia. It contains the graves of 191 World War I and 59 World War II internees, including 11 Prisoners of War. Headstones and plaques are arranged in rows around the perimeter, with the original World War II section located at the front and the World War I section located at the rear. Each grave is marked by a bronze plaque with the deceased's name and date of death, the Iron Cross signifying the grave of a Prisoner of War and the Latin Cross that of a civilian internee. It is the only war cemetery in Australia dedicated to German civilians and Prisoners of War.

Tatura VIC

19 km away

Sunset at truck stop — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Calder Woodburn Memorial Avenue

In 1942 Calder Woodburn's Hampden bomber aircraft and crew were lost when returning from a night mission over the coast of France. His father, Mr James Louis Fenton (Fen) Woodburn, wanted to develop an avenue in honour of the fallen. Planting by Mr Woodburn began in 1945 in consultation with the Country Roads Board, the local RSL branch and two local shires. Planting continued until 1949. Mr Woodburn consulted with families of deceased servicemen to arrange for trees in their honour to be sited nearest the home of each one. Name plates were commissioned and installed, marking the trees of 110 men. Calder Woodburn Memorial Avenue is Australia's longest Eucalypt Memorial Avenue, spanning almost 20 kilometres and including more than 2400 native trees. It is significant for commemorating all those who served in World War II from Shepparton and surrounding areas and for being planted by one man, Fen Woodburn. The rest area featuring the RSL Monument can be accessed from the northbound carriageway of the Goulburn Valley Highway approximately 20 kilometres south of Shepparton. The monument explains the Calder Woodburn Memorial Avenue and bears the names of all local servicmen who lost their lives in World War II.

Shepparton VIC

22 km away

Mulana nin iyoga walking trail — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Natural Attractions

Mulana nin iyoga walking trail, Mount Major

This 4.6 kilometre return walk to the summit of Mount Major offers lovely views of Dookie and the surrounding hills, Dookie Agricultural College and the ranges to the south and east as you move up the slope to the head of a gully. From this point the walk continues on through a yellow box woodland to the summit. You can then continue across the plateau to a directional cairn on the southern side, which offers views of Dookie Agricultural College and the ranges to the south and east. Interpretive signs along the trail provide an insight into the area's rich cultural history. The trail passes through parts of a working sheep farm so please do not bring dogs onto the trail. The walk is quite rocky and steep in places, and in the warmer months keep an eye out for snakes. The trail, opened in 2020, was a project supported by the GBCMA Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority, Yorta Yorta National Aboriginal Corporation, Greater Shepparton City Council and the University of Melbourne (Dookie Campus) through funding from the Australian Government and Greater Shepparton City Council. Please note there are no toilet or drinking facilities along the trail - the nearest public toilets are located in the township of Dookie (just over two kilometres to the north of the trail car park).

Dookie VIC

26 km away

Walk or ride along the Dookie Rail Trail, take in the information signed along the way — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Natural Attractions

Dookie Rail Trail

The Dookie Rail Trail is ideal for families with young kids, and those looking for an easy scenic ride or walk. Two stages totaling 7.7 kilometres or 15.4 kilometres return provide the perfect backdrop for a walk or casual ride. Be sure to look out for the abundant wildlife along the way. The third intersection (Hoopers Road) is home to Willy the Wombat. Echidnas, koalas, possums, Blue Tongue lizards, wedge tail eagles and kangaroos, along with the native birdlife are waiting to be discovered. Stage Two heads westwards from the site of the former Dookie Railway station platform, offering a different perspective of the region with a view that is more open, with low foliage and less undulation. Please be aware that water and toilet access is not available along the trail. Come explore for yourself.

Dookie VIC

26 km away

Dookie Nomadic Silo Art by Tom Day — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Dookie Nomadic Silos

The Dookie Nomadic Silo project is a silo trail with a twist, featuring sizeable artworks created by local and international artists on an assortment of up-cycled decommissioned, portable grain silos. Designed with a distinctive point of difference, the works are nomadic in nature - created on moveable, transportable, re-locatable grain bins that can be grouped together or separately. Local farmers have loaned or donated the field bins as a canvas for these large-scale artworks. The silos are located within the Dookie township and wider district with the best locations selected for public viewing. This may be at township entrances, in public parks, streets or paddocks around the district. During harvest and sowing, some can be viewed in situ, on working productive agricultural land. With six portable grain silos receiving a facelift for the initial launch, this project is a special one, generating much community interest and partnering with the North East Art Trail. There are currently three of the portable grain silos accessible for viewing in the main street of Dookie.

Dookie VIC

29 km away

Numurkah Aquatic and Fitness Centre

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Numurkah Aquatic and Fitness Centre

Numurkah Aquatic and Fitness Centre welcomes members and visitors to use its range of facilities and services and run over 20 group fitness classes each week, offer swimming lessons to people of all ages and abilities, and offer a casual squash court hire in a friendly and welcoming, calm environment. Numurkah Aquatic and Fitness have a wide range of facilities on offer to help you achieve your fitness goals. Train with a team of fully qualified fitness professionals with cardio, functional and resistance equipment for use in the gym. Go for a swim in the 15-metre indoor lap pool for fitness and water fun or enjoy an invigorating warm-water massage in our therapeutic spa. So whether you want to work up a sweat, build strength, or unwind with yoga, you're sure to find something you love. Online session via the booking link. If you are having trouble with the booking system, please phone the centre directly.

Numurkah VIC

31 km away

Murchison Meteorite — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Murchison Heritage Centre

The Murchison Museum showcases the varied local history of Murchison and District. Murchison is the oldest European settlement on the lower Goulburn Valley. Its recorded history began in 1838 when the first of many pastoralists Hawden and Bonney, traversed the site on their epic cattle droving journey to Adelaide. Prior to this, the land had been occupied by the Ngurai-illum tribe of Aboriginals. A reliable river punt crossing, then the first town bridge built in 1871 ensured the future growth of the town. Construction of the Trust pumping site near the town in 1885 and later the Goulburn Weir saw the beginning of irrigation. Many civic-minded residents worked to build a vibrant community in the ensuing years and many of it's sons left for active service in the World Wars. During World War II the town serviced nearby prison camps. Murchison gained notoriety in 1969 when an ancient meteorite, now known as the Murchison Meteorite, fell on the town. Many substantial facilities for sporting and cultural pursuits have been developed in the town through the years due to the efforts of dedicated and community minded residents.

Murchison VIC

31 km away

Labyrinth at Meteorite Park Murchison — Image credit: Greater Shepparton City Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Meteorite Park

High in the skies on 28 September 1969, above the town of Murchison, the legendary Murchison Meteorite exploded. The meteorite was said to be around 4.5 billion years old. Visit Meteorite Park to read the informative newspaper clippings about the Murchison Meteorite. There is a sheltered area and picnic table, and the Park is located a short walking distance from nearby shops and cafes, playground and public toilets. Towards the back of the park stretch your legs and your mind as you reflect along the meteorite labyrinth.

Murchison VIC

31 km away

Numurkah Riverland Skatepark at Boulevard Park

Parks and Gardens

Numurkah Riverland Skatepark at Boulevard Park

On the banks of Broken Creek is where you will find Boulevard Park as it follows the creek to the show grounds. On the western end is a fun little concrete skatepark, suitable for scooters, skateboards, BMXs and rollerblades. Obstacles within the park include a centralised and extra-wide funbox with a ledge. Euro gap, ledge, stairs with rail up one end and a square open bowl with hips on opposing end. Ample parking, public toilets, a rotunda with seating, a fenced playground only across the road and a local outdoor swimming pool close by, makes this the ideal spot for visitors and locals to come together for a barbeque or picnic or even take a stroll around Broken creek.

Numurkah VIC

32 km away

Numurkah Bowls Club

Entertainment Venues

Numurkah Golf and Bowls Club

Numurkah Golf and Bowls is a beautifully maintained 18 hole golf course adjoining the picturesque Broken Creek. The mild climate all year makes for healthy greens and fairways. The Numurkah Golf and Bowls Club offers a relaxing round for the social golfer with flat, even ground making for a less taxing course than some other. For those wanting to go in style, motorised buggies are available for hire. With smaller greens, the course offers a challenge to the serious golfer, requiring an accurate approach shot, an important ingredient in shooting a great score. The two tilt dwarf bowling greens are amongst the best in the Sun Country on the Murray. The club holds two prestigious tournaments a year in April and August, and the greens are offered to social bowlers when not in use for tournaments. As well as great greens and golf course, Numurkah Golf and Bowls Club offer superb accommodation and catering.

Numurkah VIC

32 km away

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