Shepparton bus upgrades delayed for ‘years’

DELAYED... Northern Victoria MP Wendy Lovell has slammed the State Government after it confirmed Shepparton's long-overdue bus network review is still years away—while Labor-held seats like Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Bellarine received funding in the 2025–26 budget. Photo: Deanne Jeffers

Shepparton’s bus network review remains years away, the State Government has confirmed—despite 15 years since the last review and major growth in the region. Northern Victoria MP Wendy Lovell slammed the decision, saying Labor prioritised upgrades in its own electorates, while Shepparton is once again left waiting.

DELAYED… Northern Victoria MP Wendy Lovell has slammed the State Government after it confirmed Shepparton’s long-overdue bus network review is still years away—while Labor-held seats like Ballarat, Bendigo, Geelong and Bellarine received funding in the 2025–26 budget. Photo: Deanne Jeffers