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Benalla Rural City Council is pleased to announce the installation of a new water pump at Casey’s Weir, providing much-needed assistance to farmers across the municipality. The pump allows users to access water from the Broken River in response to the ongoing drought conditions across the region. Cr Bernie Hearn acknowledged the challenges local farmers […]

Benalla Rural City Council recently welcomed 14 new Australian citizens during a special citizenship ceremony held at the Benalla Art Gallery. The newest citizens, from seven different countries including India, China, the United Kingdom, Samoa, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines, were welcomed by Benalla Rural City Council Mayor, Cr Bernie Hearn, who was the […]

Benalla Rural City Council is making it easier for residents to reduce waste and recycle more, following recent updates to its free BRCC Waste App. Available on Google Play and the Apple App Store, the BRCC Waste App delivers local waste and recycling information including checking which bin goes out when, finding a nearby recycling […]

The Local Government Act 2020 requires councils to prepare a Revenue and Rating Plan every four years. This plan outlines how Benalla Rural City Council will raise revenue to fund its activities, ensuring fair distribution of rates and fees. It supports the Council’s vision for a sustainable and thriving community and aligns with the Council […]

Responding to Disclosures of Family Violence training prepares participants to recognise indicators of family violence, ask questions and provide a safe, simple and sensitive response to a disclosure from an adult victim survivor experiencing family violence. Event details: When: 5pm – 8pm, Wednesday 30 July Where: Benalla Lakeside Community Centre Entry: This free training is […]

Benalla Rural City Council and the Molyullah Recreation Reserve and Public Hall Committee celebrated the completion of four significant community upgrades, officially opened by Mayor Cr Bernie Hearn on Friday 13 June at the Molyullah Hall.  Funded through the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program, the $120,000 investment has supported a series […]

Benalla Rural City Council celebrated the incredible contributions of its dedicated volunteers at the Volunteer Years of Service Awards, held last Thursday at the Benalla Lakeside Community Centre.   The event was a chance to thank and recognise the efforts of volunteers who help make Benalla Rural City a connected, welcoming, and thriving community.  Speaking at […]

The Benalla Rural City Council 2025/26 Budget outlines a comprehensive plan to enhance the community’s infrastructure, services, and overall quality of life. This budget reflects the Council’s commitment to delivering effective, efficient, and innovative services to meet the evolving needs of the Benalla Rural City community. Key initiatives include the redevelopment of the Benalla Indoor […]

National NAIDOC Week celebrations take place across Australia during the first week of July each year from Sunday to Sunday, to celebrate and recognise the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Benalla celebrates its NAIDOC Week Community Day on Tuesday 8 July 2025. This year marks a powerful milestone: 50 […]

Victoria’s Hottest Event Returns – Bigger and Better! Get ready to ignite your weekend with Victoria’s FlameFest, coming to Benalla Racecourse for one unforgettable night. This fiery event promises an evening packed with thrilling entertainment, delicious food, and non-stop excitement. Event Details: Date: 4pm – 10pm, Saturday, 16 August 2025 Location: Benalla Racecourse, Midland Highway, […]