Benalla Rural City Council is inviting the community to have their say on the draft Benalla Airport Master Plan, which sets out a long-term vision for how the airport can continue to serve and support our region. The draft Benalla Airport Master Plan presents a roadmap for the development of Benalla Airport over the next […]

Benalla Rural City Council is inviting residents to provide feedback on the draft Benalla Rual City Council Road Management Plan 2025–2029, which is now open for public consultation. The draft Road Management Plan 2025–2029 outlines how Council manages and maintains roads and footpaths across the municipality, ensuring they remain safe, accessible, and maintained within available […]

Benalla Rural City Council has placed its draft Benalla Rural City Council Financial Plan 2025/26 to 2034/35 on public exhibition, inviting community members to review the document and provide their feedback.  The draft Financial Plan 2025/26 to 2034/35 outlines Council’s long-term financial position, strategies and priorities, ensuring resources are directed to where they are most […]

Visitors and locals can now explore Benalla Rural City in a whole new way, thanks to a brand-new interactive touchscreen at the Benalla Visitor Information Centre. Located at the entrance, the large screen lets people swipe and tap their way through local attractions, history, events, and services. With bright visuals and clear information, it’s easy […]

The Centre Against Violence (CAV) is proud to bring tennis legend, bestselling author, and survivor Jelena Dokic to Benalla this November for an evening of truth, resilience, and hope, made possible through a major partnership with Benalla Rural City Council. This powerful event, held as part of the global 16 Days of Activism campaign, is […]

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 […]

Benalla Rural City Councillors will be at the Lakeside Community Market on Saturday 23 August 2025, ready to listen to the community and hear what matters most. The pop-up stall will give community members the opportunity to talk directly with Councillors about what matters most to them and learn more about several key Council documents […]

Benalla Rural City Council was honoured to welcome Her Excellency Professor the Honourable Margaret Gardner AC, Governor of Victoria, to Benalla on Tuesday 12 August as part of the Governor’s third regional visit for 2025. The visit started with a briefing with Councillors, providing a valuable opportunity to share local priorities, challenges, and exciting plans […]

Benalla Rural City ratepayers will soon receive their 2025/26 rates notice, with distribution beginning this month. The first instalment of Council rates for the 2025/26 financial year is due by Monday 30 September 2025 and Council is reminding all ratepayers to check their notice carefully for important updates, including available concessions and electronic delivery options. […]