Benalla Rural City Council has endorsed Churchill Recreation Reserve as the preferred site for the redevelopment of the Benalla Indoor Recreation Centre. The decision, made during Confidential Business of the Council Meeting on Wednesday 6 August 2025, reflects a commitment to delivering a facility that meets the needs of the growing Benalla Rural City community.  […]

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 […]

Community input is being sought on draft Benalla Rural City Council Plan 2025–2029, which outlines the strategic direction for the Council over the next four years. The Council Plan is one of the most important documents Council develops, setting the goals, priorities and actions that will guide service delivery, infrastructure investment and community support. Mayor […]

Local residents, businesses and community groups are invited to help shape the future of Benalla Rural City by providing feedback on a series of important draft plans now on public exhibition. Following the Council Meeting on Wednesday 6 August 2025, several key documents have been released for community consultation. These include the draft Benalla Rural […]

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 […]

This Community Breast Cancer Awareness Session aims to increase knowledge, promote early detection, raise awareness of a local cancer support group, and encourage proactive health behaviours related to breast cancer among older community members. The event is held in celebration of Daffodil Day, an annual campaign run by the Cancer Council. Please join us afterwards […]

Benalla Rural City Council invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the provision of Slashing Services Council Roadside andReserves 2025 – 2027. The tender closes at 5pm Monday 25 August 2025. Tender documents are available electronically by registering on the E-Tender Portal, accessible from https://app.eprocure.com.au/benalla/home/public The lowest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. […]

After the incredible success of the 2025 festival, Benalla is once again preparing to welcome the world for another unforgettable celebration of street art! 17-19 April 2026 In 2026, expect even more color, creativity, and community spirit as the town transforms into Australia’s most exciting open-air gallery. Watch walls come alive as local and international […]

Benalla Rural City’s TAC L2P Program is now running on fresh wheels, with the successful launch of two new vehicles at Benalla Toyota on Thursday 31 July 2025. The event, attended by 30 people, marked the formal handover of a brand-new Toyota Yaris and Toyota Corolla, ensuring the program can continue supporting young drivers across […]

Benalla Rural City Council is taking a major step toward enhancing local sport and recreation facilities having announced plans to develop four new master plans. Sport and Recreation Victoria have committed $40,000 in grant funding to support the initiative, with Council contributing up to $100,000. Mayor Cr Bernie Hearn welcomed the funding announcement saying the […]