Benalla Rural City Council is pleased to announce an increase in its Annual Grants Program budget to $110,000, reaffirming its commitment to supporting local organisations and driving impactful community projects.  This investment introduces a new tiered Community Grants system, designed to offer tailored funding opportunities for initiatives that contribute to the growth and wellbeing of […]

The 2025 Benalla Street Art Festival has been a huge success, with locals and visitors alike celebrating the creativity and energy that transformed the streets of Benalla from 11 to 13 April. Over the three-day event, 10 talented artists brought colour and vibrancy to Benalla, turning blank walls into stunning artworks admired by thousands. Mayor […]

Preliminary repair works on the Link Island Footbridge have started. Following recent work by North East Water to relocate water supply assets, Council has commenced work to repair the flood-damaged pedestrian bridge, which links in with the Lake Benalla walking track. Mayor Cr Bernie Hearn is excited about the commencement of works. “The footbridge has […]

On Monday 10 March, Victorian Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D’Ambrosio announced that Benalla Rural City Council has been successful in securing grant funding for a battery storage installation at the Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop Learning Centre as part of round two of the Victorian Government’s $42 million 100 Neighbourhood Battery Program.   The project […]

Benalla Rural City Council is pleased to announce progress on the restoration of the iconic Benalla Ceramic Mural, with works set to commence in June 2025. The repairs, which are necessary to preserve this much-loved community treasure, have been carefully planned to ensure the highest standards of care and craftsmanship. Mayor Cr Bernie Hearn would […]

Benalla Rural City Council is entering the final weeks of its Council Plan 2025–2029 Community Survey and is calling on all residents to share their thoughts and ideas to help shape the future of our region. The survey, a key part of the Council’s ongoing commitment to engaging with the community, will close at midnight […]