Fun day out: Organisers Michelle Krake and Melissa Stedman.
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The Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event last Friday was a roaring success, as the community came together to celebrate International Day of the Midwife at Victoria Park Lake in Shepparton.
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It was a joyous occasion, as women and children walked to show their support and appreciation for the wonderful midwives and healthcare professionals within the community.
GV Health chief executive Matt Sharp.
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Fiona Blick and Wendy Proud.
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Tessa Marnane of Nurture Doula Tribe with sons Alex, 4, and Leo, 21 months.
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Michelle Krake and Coby Ferguson.
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Midwives of GV Health.
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Event organiser and midwife Michelle Krake.
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Hayley Johnson and Milly Foster.
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Organisers Michelle Krake and Melissa Stedman.
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Attendees at the Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event.
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Attendees at the Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event.
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Lauren Formica
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Attendees at the Goulburn Valley Health Walk for Midwives event.
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Lauren Formica
GV Health chief executive Matt Sharp said it was important to recognise the vital role that midwives played in supporting mothers and newborns.
“It’s really nice to see everyone come together to celebrate an important day,” he said.
“These days where we do pause to reflect and think about the contribution that health professionals make to our community in a really meaningful way are so important.”
He acknowledged that midwives cared deeply about their work.
“It makes a real difference, and we’re really grateful for that,” he said.
