Mr Monopoly at Shepparton Library this March.
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It’s time to release your grip on the KidsTown monkey bars, roll the dice, paddle across the Goulburn, borrow a book from the library and stop to pay your respects at the war memorial.
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But be careful, you might get charged rent while you’re there!
Monopoly’s Shepparton edition is here.
It will be officially launched at Victoria Park Lake at 10am today, with none other than mascot Mr Monopoly himself in attendance.
He won’t be sending anyone directly to jail or paying them 200 bucks when they pass Go, but he’ll pose for an Insta-worthy shot to immortalise a milestone moment on your grid.
Greater Shepparton’s “food bowl of Australia” crops and attractions have become landmarks replacing the board game’s classic squares, such as Mayfair and Park Lane.
Paying tribute to some of the unique things about our agricultural hub, Winning Moves’ Jaime-Lee de Niet said Shepparton was an integral part of Victoria “from its abundant farmlands to quaint wineries”.
“This town is a true Australian country haven,” she said.
“After spending the past year diving into the rich and emerging life Shepparton has to offer, we’re excited to reveal a game that we hope the community will feel represents all that’s special about their home.”
It wouldn’t be Shepparton without the Goulburn River.
City of Greater Shepparton Mayor Shane Sali said the community was built on opportunity, creativity, and a love “for the place we call home”.
“Whether it’s walking along the Goulburn River, exploring the Shepparton Art Museum or Museum of Vehicle Evolution, or taking in the scenery at the Australian Botanic Gardens Shepparton, there is something here for everyone,” he said.
“Now, with our very own Monopoly board, the world gets to see just how special our region is.
“Greater Shepparton has always been a place where innovation and community go hand in hand, and now we have got the ultimate game to prove it.”
The custom Shepparton-themed property squares and cards are:
Brown: Canola Crops, Australian Botanic Gardens
Light blue: Mooroopna War Memorial, Shepparton & District War Memorial, Goulburn Valley Libraries
Pink: Dookie Rail Trail, The Museum of Vehicle Evolution, Shepparton Art Museum
Orange: Chocolate Apple Factory, Shepparton Festival, Murchison Heritage Centre
Red: Shepparton Markets, Maude St Mall, Riverside Plaza
Yellow: Shepparton Heritage Centre, Tatura Water Tower, KidsTown Adventure Playground
Green: Giant Murray Cod, Moooving Art Cows, Notre Dame College
Dark Blue: Goulburn River, Victoria Park Lake
MONOPOLY: Shepparton Edition board game is now available at selected local game sellers, Big W, JB Hi-Fi and online.
