REBECCA (Bec) Watt grew up on a sheep farm in Southwest Victoria, near Hamilton and has two older brothers. She moved to Melbourne for university but wanted to keep to her country roots and made the big move to Shepparton earlier this year to commence her work in the health industry.
“I have enjoyed living in the Shepparton region so far with all it has to offer,” Bec said. “There is lots to do and being back in a regional area definitely makes me feel right at home!
“The big move to Shepparton was influenced by coming across a great opportunity to kickstart my career and have a change in scenery.
“With this being my first job out of university I was a bit nervous to start and put everything I learnt into practice, but everyone has been so supportive at work, with the help of a new graduate program available to help me find my feet.
“I’m also finding it nice to have a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, and to be back in the fresh country air.”
Bec said she was lucky enough to have made some great friends already. “They happen to have dogs which is an extra bonus and something I miss being away from the farm!” she said.
Finding somewhere to live was definitely a stresser for Bec, who said, “However, I was well supported in moving here with lots of help from my work providing me with a place to live when I got started before I soon found a lovely rental in town with great housemates.
“This helped me to feel extra settled in and at ease as I adjusted to a new work-life balance.
“Fiona from the Community Connector Program also made sure I had all I needed to feel at home, suggesting places to visit and the best places to eat as well as connecting me with other people and programs in Shepparton.
“There has been lots of things available in the area to keep me busy, like taking up dancing, going to the local gym classes, visiting nearby towns and community markets as well as lovely walks exploring the town and lake.”
Bec said she was impressed with the friendliness and welcoming nature of everyone living in Shepparton as well as the abundance of activities to undertake.
For more information on the Committee for Greater Shepparton Community Connector Program please phone Fiona Blick on 0499 351 441.
