Kim O’KEEFFE (Shepparton) (10:28): Shepparton has been named the best entrepreneurial city in the country. Bristax made the made the announcement after analysing 50 cities across the country. The report states that the location is an important factor for hopeful business startup founders and that Shepparton has the highest density of small business compared to the number of residents. We are proud to have so many successful businesses, industries and manufacturers. This announcement is a testament to the hardworking, dedicated businesses who have done us proud.
It does not stop there. Shepparton’s Baking Dough recently won Australia’s best pie with their spicy root vegetable pie, also taking out a sweep of awards with award-winning pies, including the parmi pie, cheeseburger pie and the lamb souvlaki pie. Shepparton’s North End Bakehouse has also been a recipient of Australia’s best vanilla slice and hot cross bun awards and recently opened their second bakery located in Mooroopna.