Let’s go all in with a cultural walk through Shepparton. The Reconciliation Collective (Goulburn Murray Region) is proud to offer this activity to celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2026. We will be guided by Michael Bourke for a cultural tour through Shepparton. The route is about a 2.7km walk on sealed footpaths. Finishing at the William Cooper statue, Queen’s Gardens at about 11.15am. Followed by morning tea hosted by Shepparton Library. Please register attendance, numbers are limited.
When: 9:50am to to 11:30am
Where: Western Park, Tom Collins Dve, Shepparton, Yorta Yorta Country (alongside the All Abilities Playground).
Cost: Free
Contact: Dierdre Robertson on 0417 398 158 or respect.srrg@outlook.com or tinyurl.com/mv8v2ddw
Saturday
Benalla Permaculture Book Club - RetroSuburbia - at Shepparton Library
RetroSuburbia is a guide for transforming households and communities towards greater resilience. This book club will delve into strategies included in the book, and discuss options and actionable steps, with an emphasis on sharing experiences to encourage collective learning.
When: 10:30am to 12:30pm (10 sessions from May 30 to Oct 3)
Where: Shepparton Library, 41-43 Marungi St
Cost: Free
Contact: Shepparton Library on 1300 374 765 or shepparton@gvlibraries.com.au
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
Australia’s biggest comedy festival is hitting the road and bringing the laughs to you. Join the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow as it journeys around Australia, delivering hot and tasty comic treats to audiences near and far. With a curated line-up of comedy legends and fresh faces from Australia and beyond, the roadshow has all your comedy bases covered (no joke) — all in one side-splitting show.
When: 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Where: Riverlink Eastbank, 70 Welsford St
Cost: For ticket information visit tinyurl.com/3v8yh8pk
Contact: Riverlinks: 5832 9511
A Big Day Out at the Australian Botanic Gardens, Shepparton
We’re excited to be part of this year’s Australian Botanic Gardens Shepparton Open Day, and there’s plenty happening for families, nature lovers, and the whole community. It’s the perfect chance to explore the gardens, enjoy hands‑on activities, and connect with local groups doing great work in our region.
When: 10am to 2pm
Where: Australian Botanic Gardens, Shepparton (98 Botanic Gardens Ave)
Cost: Free
Contact: Email friends.abgs@hotmail.com
Sunday
ANPA Playing for Pleasure
Enjoy wonderful music on a magnificent Steinway piano. Each year, on a Sunday afternoon, local music enthusiasts come together to perform on the Eastbank stage. Playing for Pleasure gives local pianists the opportunity to play great classical works, on the Steinway piano. Artists include students, teachers, professional academics and anyone who plays piano, with a minimum standard of AMEB 5th grade. It provides the municipality with wonderful live music, all for the cost of a gold coin donation.
When: 2pm
Where: Riverlinks Eastbank, 70 Welsford St
Cost: Gold coin donation (no bookings required)
Contact: Riverlinks: 5832 9511.