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Shepparton
2,379 km²
A population of 2,699 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people makes Shepparton one of the largest First Nations communities at this level. It is a regional hub in Victoria where a young First Nations population is a key part of the local identity. The area is generally less walkable than the state average, with many homes lacking easy access to shops and services. These features create a distinct regional centre that balances a strong cultural presence with a spread-out layout.
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The First Nations community is notably young, with a typical age of 22, which is a little younger than the state and national figures. While unemployment is a little below the national rate at 10.1%, Year 12 completion at 30.7% is well below the Australian average.
Getting around without a car is difficult here, as the walkability score is well below the Victorian average. Only 37.2% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services, and just over half of residents can walk to groceries or schools within 15 minutes.