It’s all happening in Shepparton, Seymour and surrounds. The abundant Goulburn region remains one of Victoria’s largest providers of food. Its agricultural base continues to grow, as do its other industries.
More visitors each year are creating more jobs. The health care and community services industries are expanding to meet the needs of an ageing population. Education opportunities are also growing in the region.
Shepparton, Seymour and surrounds is one of Victoria’s best connected regions. It has road and rail links to both metropolitan Melbourne and New South Wales, which means opportunities in transport. Investments in infrastructure are also driving up opportunities in construction.
The region is also set to become a clean energy hub. Its biodiversity makes it a prime candidate for renewable technology. This is attracting investors.
Whatever your skill set, Shepparton, Seymour and surrounds is a region where you can grow your career.
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Quick facts about Shepparton, Seymour and surrounds
Population: 175,043^
Total new workers needed by 2026: 7,608*
Known for:
- Agriculture and food production
- Biodiversity
- Lake Eildon
- Murray River.
Key industries:
- Accommodation and food services
- Agriculture, horticulture and agribusiness
- Clean energy
- Community services
- Construction
- Education and training services
- Health care
- Manufacturing
- Retail.^
Local government areas:
- Greater Shepparton City(opens in a new window)
- Mitchell Shire(opens in a new window)
- Moira Shire(opens in a new window)
- Murrindindi Shire(opens in a new window)
- Strathbogie Shire(opens in a new window).
Official region name: Goulburn
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^ Sourced from Goulburn Regional Skills Demand Profiles 2023
* Sourced from Victorian Skills Authority Employment Forecast Dashboard
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