Benalla Rural City Council has opened the draft Recreation Reserve Masterplans for public exhibition, calling on residents to review the plans and provide feedback before they are finalised.
The community consultation period runs from Thursday 25 June to Wednesday 22 July 2026.
The masterplans outline a long-term vision for the future of Benalla’s key recreation reserves – Churchill Recreation Reserve, United Friendlies Society Reserve, Benalla Showgrounds and Recreation Reserve, and Benalla Gardens Reserve – identifying priority upgrades to sporting infrastructure, community facilities, accessibility and open spaces.
Residents can view the draft plans and submit feedback via haveyoursay.benalla.vic.gov.au Printed copies are also available at Council’s Customer Service Centre and the Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop Learning Centre (Benalla Library).
Benalla Rural City Mayor Cr Bernie Hearn said the community’s input was essential to getting the plans right.
“These reserves belong to everyone, from the kids on the playground to the footy clubs, morning joggers and dog walkers,” Cr Hearn said. “We want to hear from the community, so jump online, take a look, and tell us what you think.”
Submissions close at 5pm on Wednesday 22 July 2026.
All feedback will be reviewed and considered before the plans are finalised. Council will publish a summary of the feedback received and outline how community input has informed the final plans.
For more information, please contact Council on 03 5760 2600.