RiverConnect News

10 Mar 2026

RiverConnect and Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project partnership blossoms to deliver education program

RiverConnect and the Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project have partnered to deliver the Bees and Blossoms Pollinator Education Sessions for students in Greater Shepparton facilitated by Australian Native Bee expert Clancy Lester. The initiative builds on a longstanding partnership between RiverConnect and Lighthouse, which works to create meaningful opportunities for young people to connect with the river environment and their local community. — Read more about RiverConnect and Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project partnership blossoms to deliver education program »

RiverConnect and Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project partnership blossoms to deliver education program
19 Jan 2026

RiverConnect’s Crafternoon set to help bushfire affected wildlife

RiverConnect is partnering with the Animal Rescue Craft Group - Goulburn Valley, Goulburn Murray Landcare Network, Greater Shepparton Lighthouse Project and Bohollow Wildlife Shelter to host a special Bushfire Assistance for Wildlife Crafternoon to support wildlife carers responding to animals affected by the recent heatwave and bushfires. — Read more about RiverConnect’s Crafternoon set to help bushfire affected wildlife »

RiverConnect’s Crafternoon set to help bushfire affected wildlife
1 Dec 2025

Applications open for the RiverConnect Implementation Advisory Committee

Greater Shepparton City Council is seeking applications for the RiverConnect Implementation Advisory Committee. The committee provides guidance and oversees the strategic direction of the RiverConnect program. — Read more about Applications open for the RiverConnect Implementation Advisory Committee »

Applications open for the RiverConnect Implementation Advisory Committee
21 Nov 2025

Commemorating 20 years of RiverConnect’s contribution to Greater Shepparton

The RiverConnect program is proud to be celebrating 20 years of success in the region, since its inception in 2005. — Read more about Commemorating 20 years of RiverConnect’s contribution to Greater Shepparton »

Commemorating 20 years of RiverConnect’s contribution to Greater Shepparton
6 Nov 2025

Turtles on the move across the Goulburn Valley

RiverConnect is reminding residents and visitors that turtles are often more active this time of year, with the weather conditions seeing them explore lakes and wetlands looking for sites to lay their eggs. — Read more about Turtles on the move across the Goulburn Valley »

Turtles on the move across the Goulburn Valley
2 Apr 2025

Nature, wildlife and fun family activities at 'River Tales and Trails'

RiverConnect and partners celebrate the shared path network with an inaugural event: ‘River Tales and Trails’. Taking place on Tuesday 15 April from 10am to 12pm, as part of the Home for the Holidays seasonal campaign and Activities in the Park. — Read more about Nature, wildlife and fun family activities at 'River Tales and Trails' »

Nature, wildlife and fun family activities at 'River Tales and Trails'
9 Aug 2024

RiverConnect Caring for Nature Camp - Expressions of Interest Open

Calling all nature-minded 18 to 35 year olds! 💡 👋 🌿 Want to learn new skills, meet likeminded people and take meaningful action for the environment? — Read more about RiverConnect Caring for Nature Camp - Expressions of Interest Open »

RiverConnect Caring for Nature Camp - Expressions of Interest Open
23 Dec 2022

RiverConnect Strategic Plan 2023-2028 Adopted

At its December Council Meeting, Greater Shepparton City Council adopted the RiverConnect Strategic Plan 2023-2028 which outlines future priorities and goals aimed at improving the region’s connection to our rivers. — Read more about RiverConnect Strategic Plan 2023-2028 Adopted »

RiverConnect Strategic Plan 2023-2028 Adopted
29 Jul 2021

Join us at the Shepparton Running Festival

We're proudly sponsoring the RiverConnect 2KM Kids Dash at the Shepparton Running Festival on Saturday 21 August. — Read more about Join us at the Shepparton Running Festival »