HER Excellency the Honourable Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, has accepted an invitation to attend the 2026 Shepparton Show as part of the show’s 150th anniversary celebrations.
Councillor Shane Sali, extended an informal invitation to Her Excellency when they spoke at the Australian Local Government Association National General Assembly earlier this year. Cr Sali shared the significance of the milestone and the opportunity for Greater Shepparton to host the Governor-General.
“I am delighted that Her Excellency has accepted my invitation and Greater Shepparton looks forward to welcoming her to our region as we mark this historic milestone for the Shepparton Show,” he said.
“Her attendance recognises the importance of the show, not only to Greater Shepparton, but also its contribution to regional Australia and our agricultural heritage.”
Shepparton Agricultural Society President, Kevin Winch, acknowledged Mayor Sali’s support, the excitement of the Governor-General’s attendance, and the hard work of the committee over many years.
“Past and current committee members have worked so hard over many years to deliver the Shepparton Show. It’s because of the committee’s hard work that we have been able to reach this 150-year milestone,” he said.
“Without the support of Council, the show would not exist. It is always a great exhibition of local products, our dairy displays and our agricultural industry more broadly and we can’t wait to celebrate this special occasion with the community next month.”
Her Excellency is expected to attend the show on Friday.
