Calling all historic vehicle enthusiasts! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! If you own a historic vehicle and love the thrill of the open road, the Flowers, Farms & Racing Historic Vehicle Tour in Benalla is your next must-do experience! This exciting event, held in conjunction with the legendary Historic Winton, offers the perfect opportunity […]

Join us for a Community Information Session on the Proposed 2025-2026 Budget.

Council at its meeting on Wednesday 30 April 2025 resolved that public notice be given that its proposed 2025/26 Budget and draft Benalla Rural City Council Revenue and Rating Plan 2025-2029 (Revenue and Rating Plan) be placed on public exhibition for a period of at least 28 days. Document availability Copies of the proposed 2025/26 […]

Benalla Rural City Council’s Proposed 2025/26 Budget and Draft Revenue and Rating Plan 2025-2029 have been released for community feedback. Both documents were considered at the Council Meeting on Wednesday 30 April 2025 with feedback welcomed until Wednesday 28 May 2025. A Community Information forum will be held from 5.30pm on Tuesday 13 May 2025 […]

Benalla Rural City Council, working closely with TRC Tourism, is proud to announce the release of its draft Destination Management Plan. This important initiative outlines a strategic vision to strengthen Benalla’s tourism offerings and drive sustainable growth in the local tourism sector. Tourism plays a vital role in Benalla Rural City’s economy, attracting approximately 350,000 […]

Benalla Rural City Council is inviting community members to take part in a special feedback session for the draft Destination Management Plan. The draft Destination Management Plan has been developed in collaboration with TRC Tourism to guide the growth and sustainability of Benalla Rural City’s vibrant tourism sector. Tourism contributes $48 million annually to the […]

Benalla Rural City Council wants changes to the Victorian Government’s revamped emergency services levy due to its significant financial impact on rural ratepayers, particularly farmers. At its meeting on 23 April 2025, the Council resolved to fight for substantial changes to the proposed Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF) to protect the community from what […]

Benalla Rural City Council is pleased to announce an increase in its Annual Grants Program budget to $110,000, reaffirming its commitment to supporting local organisations and driving impactful community projects.  This investment introduces a new tiered Community Grants system, designed to offer tailored funding opportunities for initiatives that contribute to the growth and wellbeing of […]

The 2025 Benalla Street Art Festival has been a huge success, with locals and visitors alike celebrating the creativity and energy that transformed the streets of Benalla from 11 to 13 April. Over the three-day event, 10 talented artists brought colour and vibrancy to Benalla, turning blank walls into stunning artworks admired by thousands. Mayor […]