Greater Shepparton

Active Ageing Forum

An Active Ageing Forum is taking place in Shepparton on Thursday 16 September 2010 at the Shepparton Sports Stadium. The day promises to be both informative and entertaining with presenters including the Health Services Commissioner Ms. Beth Wilson and Exercise Physiologist Eric Rosario. The agenda for the day also includes discussion sessions for health and fitness professionals and cooking and physical activity sessions for members of the public.

The forum is free for community members. Please register your name with the closest council to you:
Moira Shire: 57421111
Strathbogie Community Services: 5795 0001
City of Greater Shepparton: 5832 9785

Health professionals will need to complete a registration forum. This can be obtained by contacting Nicole Gray on (03) 58 233 283 or ngray@gvchs.com.au

Greater Shepparton on the Moove

Greater Shepparton on the Moove is an initiative of Greater Shepparton City Council and many local health promotion organisations. This project forms part of Council’s Municipal Public Health Plan. The main aim of the program is for Greater Shepparton to be renowned as the mooving city!

For further information on Greater Shepparton on the Moove please feel free to visit our website at www.onthemoove.com.au

Pedometer Challenge

The inaugural Greater Shepparton on the Moove Pedometer Challenge was held in September 2008 with over 900 residents registering to undertake the four week challenge. Teams of four – six participants received free pedometers and documented their daily steps. Prizes were awarded to the highest overall stepping team, individual steppers and the most creative team names. A weekly newsletter was also provided to participants outlining tips on Healthy Eating, Physical Activity, team profiles and a sport and recreation wrap. Evaluation from participants indicated that 100% of participants enjoyed participating in the challenge and 81% indicated that they would continue to utilise their pedometers after the challenge.

For further information please feel free to visit our website at www.onthemoove.com.au

Twilight Stroll

The Greater Shepparton on the Moove Twilight Strolls are held twice a year at the commencement and conclusion of the nicer weather (normally October and March). The most recent stroll attracted over 700 people who undertook the stroll from Aquamoves to Kidstown. Upon their arrival at Kidstown they were provided with free activities include Jumping Castles, Miniature Train Rides, Face Painting, Musical Entertainment and a free BBQ for all participants who undertook the stroll. At the conclusion of the stroll a shuttle bus is provided to return residents to their cars at Aquamoves. A healthy option BBQ is provided with veggie burgers a hit to all and the apple slinkies are always the first to run out!!!

For further information please feel free to visit our website at www.onthemoove.com.au

Walking Paths

The Group have audited several walking paths throughout the municipality and provided detailed maps of the tracks. The maps outline distances of the walks, locations of seats, attractions, drinking fountains and rubbish bins. Walking Paths that have been audited include the Victoria Lake Precinct and Kialla Lakes. Copies can be found on the Greater Shepparton on the Moove website.

For further information please feel free to visit our website at www.onthemoove.com.au

Walking Groups

The Council has coordinated a directory of walking groups in the municipality including details such as departure location, time, cost, intensity, average age groups and contact details.

For further information please feel free to visit our website at www.onthemoove.com.au

Puff Program

A walking program targeting residents from the North Shepparton Parkside Estate. The participants undertake an accompanied 30 minute walk up to three times a week and then enjoy a nutritious breakfast afterwards at the Shepparton Sports Stadium. For more information in regards to this program please feel free to contact the Councils Aged and Children’s Services on 5832 9700.