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Future Leaders Program Empowers Youth to Lead, Collaborate and Create Change
Students from Greater Shepparton Secondary College and Rushworth P-12 College came together for the 2026 Future Leaders Program, building confidence, leadership, teamwork, and communication skills through a range of experiential learning activities. Delivered by Goulburn Murray Community Leadership, the program challenged participants to step outside their comfort zones, collaborate with peers from different schools, and explore how they can make a positive impact in their co
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Community, Culture and Collaboration at the Heart of Shepparton Leadership Gathering
The 2026 Fairley Leadership Program cohort recently participated in a Greater Shepparton Place-based Day exploring leadership, regional challenges, community connection, and place-based leadership. Parts of the day were delivered jointly with the Williamson Community Leadership Program and included discussions around youth support, multicultural communities, First Nations leadership, regional advocacy, and the Goulburn Murray Regional Prosperity Plan.
May 21
Fairley Leadership Program Explores Advocacy, Leadership and Regional Connections Through Melbourne Study Tour
Participants from the 2026 Fairley Leadership Program recently travelled to Melbourne for the annual Melbourne Study Tour, exploring advocacy, leadership, and the role regional voices play in shaping decision-making across Victoria. The study tour included visits to Parliament House, conversations with Members of Parliament and parliamentary staff, and a joint leadership session with Alpine Valleys Community Leadership Program participants.
May 21
Leaders in the Making: A Udderly Inspiring Dairy Day
Participants in the 2026 Fairley Leadership Program came together in Girgarre and Kyabram for Dairy Day, gaining first-hand insights into the dairy industry and its role in the Goulburn Murray region. Through conversations with farmers, industry leaders, and community representatives, the cohort explored key challenges and opportunities, strengthening their understanding of regional leadership, collaboration, and resilience.
Apr 28
Strengthening Regional Leadership Through Place-Based Learning in Strathbogie
Participants in the 2026 Fairley Leadership Program gathered in Nagambie for their first place-based day, exploring leadership in action across the Strathbogie region. Through insights from local leaders in emergency response, community resilience, tourism and regional development, the cohort gained a deeper understanding of how communities function and the role leadership plays in shaping resilient, connected and thriving regions.
Apr 8
Strengthening Cultural Understanding Through Leadership in the Goulburn Murray Region
Participants, sponsors and stakeholders of the Fairley Leadership Program came together this week for a Cultural Bus Tour across Greater Shepparton, held during Harmony Week, a time to celebrate Australia’s cultural diversity and promote inclusiveness and respect.
Mar 20
New Leaders Step Forward as Fairley Leadership Program Welcomes 30th Cohort
22 emerging leaders from 15 towns across the Goulburn Murray region have officially begun their journey in the 2026 Fairley Leadership Program, marking the program’s 30th cohort. Participants came together for an Opening Intensive Retreat designed to build connection, self-awareness and leadership capability, before celebrating the launch of the new cohort with community leaders, alumni and sponsors at a regional launch event.
Mar 11
Fairley Alumni Recognised in 2026 Community Honours and Awards
Goulburn Murray Community Leadership proudly congratulates Fairley alumni recognised in the 2026 Community Honours and Awards. From national honours to local leadership achievements, these Fellows continue to make a meaningful impact across our region. Their service in community, culture, agriculture, health and volunteerism reflects the strength of grassroots leadership in the Goulburn Murray.
Feb 2
Community Bank Kyabram Announces 50% Scholarship Contribution to Support Local Leader in the 2026 Fairley Leadership Program
Community Bank Kyabram has committed to funding 50% of a scholarship for a local participant in the 2026 Fairley Leadership Program. GMCL welcomes this contribution as a significant investment in grassroots leadership for the Kyabram district. GMCL is now calling on community partners to help fund the remaining 50% so a full scholarship can be offered to support an emerging local leader.
Dec 9, 2025
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