Les (left) pictured with his good boy Dusty
Every man and his dog is welcome at GV Batteries.
GV Batteries Shepparton has long been a trusted name in the Goulburn Valley. Established by the Hughes family in the early 1962, the business quickly became known for genuine service, deep technical knowledge, and a commitment to supporting the local community.
For more than two generations, the Hughes family built GV Batteries on the belief that great service starts with real people. When customers walked through the door, they were greeted by Les and Julie Hughes — offering personal, honest advice backed by decades of hands-on experience. Their expertise wasn’t just professional; it was lived every day through travelling, camping, fishing, and exploring Australia with the same batteries and products they recommended to customers.
That commitment to helping people has always been at the heart of GV Batteries. If a problem couldn’t be solved in-house, the team took pride in pointing customers in the right direction — a philosophy shaped by confidence, experience, and a genuine desire to help “every man and his dog.”
GV Batteries has also played an active role in environmental responsibility as a designated lead-acid battery collection and recycling centre. A portion of the proceeds from recycled batteries has long supported local charities such as Give Me 5 For Kids, reflecting the community-minded spirit that defined the business from day one.
Today, the legacy of the Hughes family remains a proud part of GV Batteries’ identity. Their values — personal service, honesty, experience, and community connection — continue to shape the business and the way customers are looked after. Whether you’re visiting the North Street showroom or using the convenient drive-through for a free battery check, you’re benefiting from a heritage built on decades of dedication to the Goulburn Valley.
