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New Dog Park on the way for Benalla

24 December 2025
Construction is underway on a new, larger dog park at Saleyards Road, creating a dedicated space for Benalla’s furry residents and their owners to exercise, socialise, and play. The project addresses strong community demand for more off-leash areas within the municipality.  The Benalla Saleyards Dog Park will provide a safe and accessible environment, featuring a fully fenced enclosure […]
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Council funding supports Benalla Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club ahead of centenary tournament 

22 December 2025
Benalla Rural City Council has proudly supported the Benalla Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club with grant funding to improve facilities and help deliver its milestone 100th Annual Tennis Tournament, the three-day tournament will commence on Saturday 3 January 2026.  Earlier in the year the Council awarded a $7,000 grant to refurbish the ceiling in the clubhouse hall, with works completed in August 2025. […]
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Benalla pumped for Fawckner Drive Precinct upgrades

22 December 2025
Benalla Rural City Council is pleased to confirm that construction of the highly anticipated Pump Track is set to begin in early 2026, following strong community support for the draft concept plan. The Pump Track forms a key element of the Fawckner Drive Masterplan, aimed at enhancing recreation and open space along the lakeside precinct.  On 18 November, World Trail – […]
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Council urges RV users to stop dumping wet wipes at Dump Points   

19 December 2025
Benalla Rural City Council is calling on RV users to help protect the free RV Dump Point at the Benalla Airport by avoiding the disposal of wet wipes, including those labelled as “flushable.” The improper use of the facility has led to repeated blockages, costing Council thousands of dollars in plumbing repairs. Despite clear signage […]
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Students’ Christmas artwork brightens Benalla CBD

19 December 2025
Festive colour and creativity have brought extra cheer to the Benalla CBD this Christmas, thanks to the efforts of students from rom Benalla P–12 College, FCJ College Benalla, Benalla Flexi Learning, Benalla P–12 College – Faithfull Campus and Wangaratta District Specialist School – Benalla Campus, who designed and created a series of Christmas-themed signs, now […]
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Vince Branigan sworn in as Benalla Rural City Councillor

19 December 2025
Vince Branigan was officially sworn in as a Councillor of Benalla Rural City at the Council Meeting held on Wednesday 17 December 2025. Cr Branigan fills the position made vacant following the resignation of Cr Nathan Tolliday in late October 2025. The vacancy was filled through a Victorian Electoral Commission (VEC) countback held on Wednesday […]