As the days get warmer, Summertime is the perfect opportunity for families to join Benalla Rural City Council’s Supported Playgroup — enjoying outdoor play, learning, and community connection. Supported Playgroup is a welcoming and inclusive environment where parents, caregivers, and children come together to play, learn, and connect with their local community. Facilitated by experienced […]

Benalla Rural City Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Jordyn Atkinson, a proud Yorta Yorta woman, as the new Aboriginal Liaison Officer, a role funded through the Benalla and District Social Inclusion Action Group (SIAG) by the Victorian Department of Health. Jordyn’s role focuses on helping to ensure Aboriginal perspectives are included in […]

Benalla Rural City Council is calling on the community to share their ideas and help shape two key transport plans: the Road Safety Strategy and the Active Transport Plan. This community engagement program gives residents a direct voice in creating a safer and more accessible transport network for everyone while encouraging active transport such as […]

Benalla Rural City Council is reminding residents to mark their calendars for the Community Christmas Party, set to bring festive cheer to the Splash Park precinct on Friday 12 December 2025. The free event offers families and friends a chance to come together by the lake for an evening of celebration, food and entertainment. Festivities […]

All candidates in the election are required to submit an election campaign donation return to our Chief Executive Officer. Donation returns need to be submitted 40 days following a council election (election day) and is a requirement of Section 306 of the Local Government Act 2020. The election campaign donation return must contain details of any gifts […]

Get ready to kick off the festive season in Benalla!  Join us for a free, family-friendly Community Christmas Party at the Benalla Splash Park. It’s a wonderful chance for the whole community to come together and celebrate. What’s happening: Free BBQ for everyone to enjoy Live festive entertainment Photos with Santa from 6.45pm And MORE! This is a celebration […]

Benalla Rural City Council is proud to celebrate the success of the Small Town Sing fundraiser, held during the Benalla Festival. Organised by local champions Adam Toms and Catherine Burton, the event brought together over 120 attendees for a night of music, connection, and community spirit. Together, they raised an impressive $1,230 to support the […]

Benalla Rural City Council is set to kick off the festive season with a jam-packed month of celebrations, featuring a new eight-metre Civic Christmas Tree and a free Community Christmas Party. The Christmas in Benalla celebrations aim to bring festive cheer to the Benalla CBD while supporting local businesses and making sure everyone feels welcome.  […]