Local Attractions
Shepparton lies in the Goulburn Valley, a major agricultural and food processing region termed the "food bowl of Australia". On the banks of the Goulburn River, Shepparton offers great weather, gourmet food and wine, superb shopping and many recreational and entertainment facilities.
Shepparton is a fantastic place to explore as a family. Run wild at the SPC Ardmona KidsTown Adventure Playground that features a miniature railway, giant slides, tree houses, a fruit bin maze, flying fox, swings and monkey bars. Enjoy a picnic by Victoria Park Lake, a community hub in the town’s heart that attracts groups year-round. Visit the Aquamoves complex on the western edge of the lake, offering a state-of-the-art aquatic centre with pools, a waterslide, spas and sauna.
Our Local Highlights
- SPC/Ardmona Kidstown: Kidstown is the largest outdoor adventure playground in Australia, and still only a gold coin donation entry.
There's giant slides, tree houses, fruit bin maze, flying fox, swings, monkey bars, sandpit, miniature railway and much more. There's even a fenced off area just for little kids under 4.
It's open every day of the year from dawn to dusk and offers a well stocked kiosk that is open from 9-5 daily, free BBQs and sheltered areas.
- SPC Ardmona Factory Sales: Are you looking for a bargain? Then come and experience the largest food factory outlet in Australia.
SPC, Ardmona & Goulburn Valley Gold represent all your favourite fruit, tomato and juice products - everyone knows our famous SPC Baked Beans & Spaghetti!
We also stock other favourites like Berri, Golden Circle, IXL, Leggos, Masterfoods, Uncle Toby's and so much more. We also have a modern licensed cafe boasting fantastic coffee and local Monichino wines.
- Aquamoves: Aquamoves is our indoor water wonderland for both the kid and the kid at heart. Relax in the leisure pool featuring water sprays, fountains and waterfalls or for the more adventurous, try the waterslide or the rapid river.
We also have a lap pool, hydrotherapy pool heated to 35o, outdoor 50m pool, a gym, spa, sauna, aerobics, child minding, bike hire and onsite cafe. Qualified lifeguards are on duty at all times. Entry starts at just $2.90 for a child or $4.40 for an adult.
- MooovingArt: Come and visit Australia's only public art exhibition that showcases life-sized fibreglass cows transformed into magnificent works of art.
See the "Shrek" cow or the "Waltzing Matilda" cow or write your own message on the little whiteboard calf. They're fun and they're quirky and you'll only find them here in Shepparton.
- Campbell's Soup Factory: Come and buy straight from the factory and save on all our canned foods, soups, V8 Juices, Kettle Chips, canned pies, confectionery and more. We are only a 5 minute drive from BIG4 Shepparton East and open Monday to Friday 8am - 4.30pm and Saturday from 9am to 12.30pm.
- Pental Soap Factory: Come and buy straight from the factory and save on all our soap products, body washes, bath products, dishwashing liquids, toilet paper and more. We're only a 5 minute drive from BIG4 Shepparton East and open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm.
- Woodlands Estate Lavender: Woodlands Estate Lavender invite you to be our guest at our stunning new site, The Churches, just a short walk from BIG4 Shepparton East.
Immerse yourself in the feel and smell of our cremes and lotions, oils and body bars which will give you a luxury sensory experience. Enjoy a great cup of coffee and a lavender treat in our rustic courtyard while the kids play on the playground or feed our chooks.
- Broken River Vineyards: Come and visit us at our cellar door and try our award winning wines - Fred's Red, Ruth's Red, Sparkling Shiraz, Sparkling Rose, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay, just to name a few. Even for the non-drinker we make a mean cappuccino!
- Airport Direct: Our drivers will pick you up at BIG4 Shepparton East, assist with your luggage, and conveniently drop you, with your luggage right at your terminal. No parking fees, city traffic or fuel costs to worry about; simply convenient and relaxing Trouble Free Travel.