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EMERGE flood relief concert at Shepparton

Flood relief: A Lismore flood relief concert attracted thousands of people in May this year. Photo: Emma Rennie, ABC

A major flood relief event presented by GOTAFE, will take place in the heart of Shepparton on Sunday, December 11.

GOTAFE, with the support of Melbourne University and La Trobe University, will present EMERGE, an afternoon of live music, food, drinks and family activities to support the Rochester community as it recovers from recent floods.

In May this year Paul Kelly and Grinspoon played a flood relief concert at Lismore in New South Wales

The event will be held on Sunday, December 11, from 1pm to 6pm at Fryers St, Shepparton, in front of the GOTAFE and La Trobe campuses.

GOTAFE CEO Travis Heeney said the EMERGE event was a chance for the community to reconnect and enjoy a relaxing afternoon together.

“The Goulburn Valley has experienced unprecedented challenges over the last few years, from COVID to the recent flooding. We want to do something to lift spirits and give back to our community,” he said.

“Everyone is welcome, bring your friends and family along for a fun day out.”

Announcements about headline acts will be made next week.

To find out more about the EMERGE flood relief event please visit GOTAFE website or contact 1300 GOTAFE (468 233) Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.