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Mastering AI to boost digital skills

10 July 2026

Benalla Rural City Council is inviting community members, students, volunteers and local businesses to take part in a practical workshop designed to build confidence in using artificial intelligence (AI) and show how modern digital tools can support everyday tasks. The Mastering AI Tools Workshop will introduce participants to widely used AI platforms including ChatGPT, Copilot, […]

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Benalla Festival seeks event hosts

10 July 2026

Benalla Rural City Council is inviting community members, local businesses, creatives, and organisations to help shape the 2026 Benalla Festival by hosting their own events as part of this much-loved celebration of community, culture and creativity. The Benalla Festival returns from 31 October to 8 November 2026 with a vibrant program spanning two weekends taking […]

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Benalla Rural City proudly welcomes 23 new Australian citizens

10 July 2026

Benalla Rural City Council proudly welcomed 23 new Australian citizens during a special citizenship ceremony held on Tuesday 7 July at the Benalla Visitor Information Centre. The newest citizens, from eight different countries including Botswana, China, India, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom, were officially welcomed by Benalla Rural City Mayor […]

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Annual Rose Pruning

06 July 2026

Annual rose pruning in the Benalla Botanical Gardens commences Tuesday 14 July 2026. Members of the public wishing to obtain rose prunings and gardening advice can meet with the horticulture staff onsite between 8am and 3pm Tuesday to Friday. Pruning is expected to take seven days. Peter Keane Chief Executive Officer

Thinking about future support? Get free advice on your options

Looking for information about in-home support and other aged care options? Come along to a free community event, hosted by Benalla Rural City Council, to help you better understand the support available through My Aged Care and talk with trusted service providers one-on-one. The event welcomes everyone, including family members, and carers, seeking information about […]

Third Round of Community Satisfaction Survey to Commence in Benalla Rural City

28 October 2025

Benalla Rural City Council will commence the third round of its Community Satisfaction Survey on Thursday 30 October, continuing through to Sunday 30 November 2025. This survey is part of a year-long program designed to collect feedback from residents about Council services and overall performance. Conducted by independent research agency National Field Services, the survey […]

Round two of Community Satisfaction Survey begins soon

Benalla Rural City Council will commence the second round of its Community Satisfaction Survey on Thursday 14 August, continuing through to Sunday 14 September 2025. This survey is part of a year-long program designed to collect feedback from residents about Council services and overall performance. Conducted by independent research agency National Field Services, the survey […]

Last chance to have your say on Benalla Rural City Council’s draft plans

10 September 2025

Time is running out to provide feedback on four key documents for Benalla Rural City. With consultation closing soon, residents, businesses and community groups are encouraged to share their views before submissions close. On exhibition are the drafts of the Benalla Rural City Council Plan 2025–2029, Asset Plan 2025–2029, Asset Management Policy, Financial Plan 2025/26 […]

Council explains new State charge as Rates notices go out

Benalla Rural City ratepayers will soon receive their rates notice for the 2025/26 financial year and can expect to see several changes and updates to the notice. The important update includes the collection of the State Government’s Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) charge. “The State Government has legislated that councils collect the Emergency Services […]

Benalla Rural City supports youth pathways at Hands-On Trade Career Expo

Benalla Rural City Council was proud to exhibit at last week’s Hands-On Trade Career Expo at Winton Motor Raceway, organised by NE Tracks LLEN (Local Learning and Employment Network). The event brought together more than 1,500 students from across the Northeast and Goulburn Valley, with a variety of exhibitors offering hands-on experiences to help young […]