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Posted on Thursday, 16 February, 2023 Thursday 16th of February, 2023,

Greater Shepparton City Council has detected a drop in the number of mosquitoes captured in traps across the municipality but the risk to human health has risen.

The majority of mosquitoes being trapped are the disease carrying species Culex annulirostris. Across most of the flood affected areas of the state, disease is being detected in trapped mosquitoes, including in Greater Shepparton. This means the risk of the transmission of disease to humans is high even though the number of mosquitoes in the environment is lower than it was. Council would like to remind the community that it is even more important to be vigilant and make sure to cover up, follow health care advice and remove potential breeding sites around your property.

Since the late 1970’s, Council has undertaken monitoring and treatment of the local mosquito population in partnership with the Department of Health during November to April.

The most effective protection from mosquito bites and disease is to use insect repellent and cover up.

Some simple tips from the Department of Health, State Government of Victoria include:

Further information on how to protect yourself from mosquito bites can be found at the Better Health Website.

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 Wednesday 22nd of February,

Greater Shepparton City Council adopted an updated Kerbside Landfill Waste, Recycling and Organics Collection Policy at the February Council Meeting, to reflect the upcoming changes to the kerbside collection services. Read more

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 Wednesday 22nd of February,

Greater Shepparton City Council adopted the Shepparton Inner North Local Area Traffic Management Plan at the February Council Meeting, to improve traffic management and road safety within the area. Read more

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 Wednesday 22nd of February,

Greater Shepparton City Council noted the awarding of more than $1.1 million in contracts at the February Council Meeting, which includes a major footpath renewal and road upgrade. Read more

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 Wednesday 22nd of February,

Greater Shepparton City Council advises that construction of Karibok Park Stage 2, which commenced on Monday 16 January 2023, is on target to be completed by this Friday 24 February, as planned. Read more

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Greater Shepparton City Council invites expressions of interest from businesses who wish to be listed as an approved caterer for Riverlinks Venues. Read more

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 Tuesday 21st of February,

Greater Shepparton City Council advise that construction of new kerb and channel along Riverview Drive Kialla, commenced on Monday 20 February 2023, with completion expected by late April 2023. Read more

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