Greater Shepparton has opportunities for nature lovers to enjoy our tranquil waterways with popular pastimes like fishing, boating, walking trails and relaxing. The region offers the best of both provincial and metropolitan lifestyles.
Feel immersed in the community as you explore, finding yourself enjoying vibrant arts and culture, exciting events, sports and entertainment, history and heritage, convenient shopping experiences, food and wine.
Some of the surrounding towns within a short drive from the Shepparton CBD include:
Mooroopna ( 5km from CBD )
Known as 'Fruit Salad City', Mooroopna is surrounded by orchards, rich agricultural crops and pastures, and the Goulburn River with its surrounding forest and wetlands. Just minutes from the Shepparton CBD, Mooroopna offers a relaxed pave with a main street featuring a shady garden reserve, many small businesses and unique retail outlets. Entertainment abounds, with many sporting pursuits well catered for, and the WestSide Performing Arts Centre offering a diverse program of live theatre and music.
Dookie ( 30km from CBD )
Dookie is recognised for its vibrant, distinctive natural features dominated mainly by its three hills, Dookie provides a welcome break from the flat terrain of the Greater Shepparton region. Views of historic Mt Major, Mt Saddleback and Gentle Annie are well worth the drive to Dookie, which also boasts rich red volcanic soil instrumental in the diverse agricultural production of the area.
The fertile agricultural land is also home to a number of vineyards, olive groves and a lavender farm. The University of Melbourne's Dookie Campus is an integral part of the community, opening its doors often to visitors and supporting local events and groups.
Dookie's main street features charming historic buildings, some of which will provide you with an opportunity to find some unique treasures, or sip on a good coffee at the local Dookie Harvest Cafe & Produce ( which is also home to the Dookie Emporium ).
Tatura ( 18km from CBD )
Known as 'Tat' to the locals, Tatura is steeped in history and offers one of the most significant war time museums in Victoria - depicting the cultural history through photographs, memorabilia, artifacts and newspaper articles.
Tatura is the heart of many agricultural pursuits, with dairying prominent throughout. Major food processors such as Tatura Milk Industries, Snowbrand and Unilever are based in Tatura.
Cussen Park is a host to an array of natural wildlife, birdlife, mammals and indigenous plants. The Park's 33 hectares of wetlands provides opportunities for passive recreation with a number of bird hides, an observation deck and numerous walking and cycling trails.
Tatura also plays host to the annual International Dairy Week in January - the largest of its kind in the southern hemisphere. Tatura Racecourse also hosts an array of country racing events throughout the year.
Visit the Tatura Hot Bread shop to sample their famous Vanilla Slice. A simple visit to the bakery will have your mouth watering from the aroma of freshly baked bread, cakes and other delights.
Murchison ( 35km from CBD )
Murchison is known as the 'River Bank Garden Town' and has some fascinating history. From Gold Rush days and paddlesteamers working their way up the river, to the mausoleum constructed in remembrance of Italian POW's.
Stroll along the riverside boardwalk and visit some of the MOOOving Art on display.
Murchison is famous for its delectable Vazzoler cheese and succulent wines courtesy of the Murchison winery.
For further information on Greater Shepparton, please visit www.discovershepparton.com.au
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