RiverConnect is an 18-year partnership of community and agencies responsible for the health and vitality of our local rivers and floodplains.
World Rivers Day, held on the last Sunday in September, is a celebration of the waterways around the world. The day aims to highlight the many values of our rivers, while increasing public awareness and encouraging improved ownership.
The heritage listed Goulburn River, or Kaiela in Yorta Yorta language, is recognised for its cultural significance and interconnected social, economic, recreational and educational values.
With Greater Shepparton’s strong ties to the river, RiverConnect is looking forward to hosting another successful World Rivers Day event for the community.
The 2023 event will run from 9am to noon at Victoria Park Lake, with stalls, activities, food and entertainment for people to enjoy.
This year’s event will also see the inaugural River Run Race, where competitors can form a team, create a theme and costume, and build a DIY canoe to wear and race on the land.
The canoe should be made from recyclable and second-hand materials wherever possible, with registrations open for entries in the corporate, community or youth team races.
By using recyclable materials, the resources will be given another life before they are returned to the system to be recycled and used all over again.
To find out more about the River Run Race or to register your team, visit: https://riverconnect.com.au/river-run/
Registrations are not required for the World Rivers Day event and entry is free. To find out more, visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/RiverConnect
