Greater Shepparton City Council is pleased to partner with Jamie MacKenzie from Red Flag Leadership to deliver two free and impactful training opportunities for residents this July and August, focused on leadership development and community-led emergency response.
In Summary
- Council is offering two free emergency leadership training opportunities in partnership with Red Flag Leadership during July and August 2025.
- The Community Emergency Scenario Sessions (9 & 30 July) will build skills in local emergency response and planning for participants aged 11 and over, with dinner provided.
- The Answering the Call Leadership Course (9, 10, 23 & 24 August) is a four-day program for participants aged 16 and over, focusing on leadership, decision-making and communication in emergencies.
- Both programs are open to the community, fully catered, and aimed at building resilience, confidence and collaboration across Greater Shepparton.
These programs are designed to empower residents with the skills and confidence to support and lead their communities before, during and after emergency events.
Community Emergency Scenario Sessions – July 2025
The first initiative is a two-part interactive training based on local emergency response scenarios. Open to community members aged 11 and over, these sessions will help participants gain a realistic understanding of emergency response, build connections, and strengthen local emergency planning. Anyone aged 11 and over is more than welcome to take part in the workshops; however, if you are under the age of 18, a parent or guardian must also attend.
Session 1 – Local Community Emergency Scenario
Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Location: Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre (MEAC),
Catering: Dinner included
Session 2 – Local Scenario Exercise
Date: Wednesday 30 July 2025
Time: 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Location: Mooroopna Education and Activity Centre (MEAC),
Catering: Dinner included
Participants will explore local agency roles – including CFA, Parks Victoria, FFMVic, Victoria Police and Council – while developing practical skills for supporting their communities in real-world emergencies.
