Greater Shepparton local Marnie Owen is stepping confidently into a new role that will see her facilitate group mentoring in schools for young people across the region. Recently appointed as a Rural Engagement Coordinator with Youthrive Victoria, Marnie will provide information to help guide students through the critical transition beyond high school while continuing her […]
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Amy Robinson joins PLACE’s Community Council
We’re proud to share that our Executive Officer, Amy Robinson, has been selected to join the newly established Partnerships for Local Action and Community Empowerment (PLACE) Community Council – a national initiative committed to putting community at the centre of decision-making. The Community Council will assist to inform PLACE’S strategy to support and strengthening the […]
Sharing Culture and Connection Over Lunch at Mooroopna Family Haven
Families at the Mooroopna Family Haven were recently treated to a delicious spread of Albanian cuisine, thanks to the generous support of the Shepparton Albanian Moslem Society. Led by Society President Reg Qemal and Imam, Hysni Merja, the group has been delivering meals to families attending the program, which have been expertly cooked by Karen […]
Under the Same Stars: Raising Awareness, Building Connections
On April 16, Lighthouse staff and Board members (wearing many hats!) joined over 100 community members at Deakin Reserve to take part in the inaugural Under the Same Stars sleepout — in support for the 70+ young people in Greater Shepparton currently experiencing homelessness. Hosted by The Salvation Army North East Youth Services, the overnight […]
Connected by Creativity at the Shepparton Arts Festival
Lighthouse is delighted to once again be participating in the Shepparton Art Festival with an exhibition titled Connected by Creativity. This collaborative exhibition brings together the vibrant creative voices of children, young people, and caregivers, offering a powerful exploration of the unique perspectives and shared experiences that shape their connection to the community. Each artwork […]
State of Greater Shepparton’s Children Report Goes Digital
The Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project, Best Start, and Greater Shepparton Communities for Children are proud to announce the launch of the 2025 State of Greater Shepparton’s Children Report (SOGSCR)—now available in an accessible digital format. This evolution builds on the success of the 2014 and 2019 reports, which provided critical insights into the well-being of […]
The Bella Effect
The Bella Effect ‘Everyone in a circle, hands in the centre, let’s go, team’. Anyone who worked with Bella Ainsworth would be familiar with the spontaneous injection of energy that Bella could bring to a workday. As a natural connector and leader, Bella had the exceptional ability to generate a special kind of positive energy […]
Volunteers wanted to be Book Buddies
The Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project is seeking volunteers to support school reading programs in primary schools across the region. Volunteers play a crucial role in fostering literacy skills by reading with students and helping to build their confidence. Mary-Ann Linehan, a retired careers adviser, has been volunteering at Mooroopna Park Primary School since early […]
The Push music program at OLLY
In term 4 last year some of our OLLY participants explored their creativity and passion for music through The Push, Music Production Program, where they had the chance to dive into producing, songwriting, mixing, and releasing music while building confidence, learning new skills, and connecting with their music community. A huge shoutout goes to The […]
Welcome to Our New Board Members
The Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project is thrilled to announce the appointment of four new members to its board of Directors: Shane Sali, Jesse Mitchell, Eugenie Stragalinos, and Naomi Jacobson. These appointments coincide with Lighthouse’s 10th-anniversary celebrations, a milestone marking a decade of fostering opportunities and building capacity in the Greater Shepparton community. The new board […]