Shepparton Region Reconciliation Group will host an ally-led gathering on the eve of Australia Day to honour the Day of Mourning.
The event invites community members to stand in solidarity with First Nations people and acknowledge the profound grief and loss experienced since the invasion of unceded lands.
Organisers say the gathering is a space to honour truth, memory and resilience, and to continue the path towards reconciliation.
Community members are encouraged to bring a chair or picnic rug.
All are welcome.
When: 5.45pm for a 6pm start
Where: William Cooper Statue, corner of Nixon and Welsford Sts, Shepparton, Yorta Yorta Country
Contact: respect.srrg@outlook.com
Monday, January 26
Shepparton: Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony
Greater Shepparton City Council will host its official Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony, recognising individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to the local community.
The event will also welcome new Australian citizens and announce the winners of the 2026 Greater Shepparton Australia Day Award.
Afternoon tea will follow the ceremony.
When: 2pm to 4.30pm
Where: Riverlinks Eastbank, 70 Welsford St, Shepparton
Contact: Greater Shepparton City Council on 5832 9700 or events@shepparton.vic.gov.au
Mooroopna: Australia Day Celebrations and Citizenship Award
Mooroopna will host a community celebration at W.B. Ferrari Park, celebrating what’s great about Australia while reflecting on its past.
The program includes an Acknowledgment of Traditional Owners, flag-raising ceremony, formal addresses by guest speakers and elected representatives, Australian music and poetry, and the presentation of Mooroopna Citizenship Awards.
Families can also enjoy a vehicle display, live entertainment and a free sausage sizzle with drinks.
When: 10.30am to 1pm
Where: W.B. Ferrari Park, corner of McLennan St and Echuca Rd, Mooroopna
Contact: Murray Shields on 0419 137 778 or kiwanismooroopna@gmail.com
Tatura: Australia Day Breakfast and Community Event
Tatura residents are invited to mark Australia Day with a community gathering at Victory Hall.
A bacon and egg breakfast will be provided, followed by the official proceedings, including the announcement of the town’s 2026 Greater Shepparton Australia Day Award winners.
When: Breakfast from 8.30am, event commencing at 9.30am
Where: Victory Hall, 77-83 Hogan St, Tatura
Contact: Greater Shepparton City Council on 5832 9700 or events@shepparton.vic.gov.au
Dookie: Community Volunteers Award
Dookie will celebrate its volunteers with a full-day, family-friendly event run by volunteers, for volunteers.
The day will begin with a ‘Grow it, Make it, Bake it’ market, followed by a free Lions Club barbecue, the presentation of Volunteer Awards, and live musical entertainment.
When: 9am to 4pm
Where: CWA Gardens and Youth Spot, Mary St, Dookie
Contact: Janet L. Batten on 0428 100 314 or jbatten20@gmail.com
Murchison: Australia Day at the Pool
Murchison’s Australia Day celebrations will take place at the local swimming pool, offering residents a relaxed start to the day.
Breakfast will be provided before the official proceedings, including the announcement of the town’s 2026 Greater Shepparton Australia Day Award winners.
When: Breakfast from 8am, event from 9am
Where: Murchison Swimming Pool, 56 Stevenson St, Murchison
Contact: Greater Shepparton City Council on 5832 9700 or events@shepparton.vic.gov.au
