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Feedback sought in Community Satisfaction Survey

Benalla Rural City Council would like to inform residents that an important community satisfaction survey will be conducted between 22 May and late June 2025. The survey, facilitated by independent market research agency National Field Services, has been designed to gather valuable feedback from residents about council services and performance. Participation in the survey provides […]

Social Story supports inclusive visits to Benalla Library

Benalla Library is proud to announce the introduction of a Social Story to help create a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all community members. The initiative is designed to reduce barriers to library access and participation. By offering a Social Story, we’re empowering our neurodiverse patrons and their families with tools to better prepare […]

Annual Grants Program closing soon

Benalla Rural City Council is reminding local residents and organisations that there is still time to apply for funding through its Annual Grants Program, with applications closing at midnight on Sunday 1 June 2025. Mayor Cr Bernie Hearn encouraged groups to act quickly and take full advantage of this opportunity. “This is a chance for […]

Major drainage works underway

Benalla Rural City Council is working on important drainage projects across town to help protect the community from future flooding. The focus is on improving drainage in key areas of the East Main Drain and West Main Drain. These works aim to improve water flow, reduce erosion, and make the drainage system more effective. On […]

Community Satisfaction Survey 2026

Benalla Rural City would like to inform residents that from the 22 May through to late June, your household may receive a call from an independent market research agency, National Field Services. They have been commissioned to conduct a community satisfaction survey on behalf of the council. Similar surveys will be undertaken across Victorian councils. […]

Library Talk with Levi Power

Benalla Rural City Council is proud to host a thought-provoking Library Talk featuring Levi Power, Member for the North East Region in the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria. The session, held during National Reconciliation Week, offers an engaging opportunity to learn about the ongoing work towards Treaty and its critical role in shaping a shared […]

What’s on

IDAHOBIT 2025 Flag Raising Ceremony

10:00 am to 12:00 am

Benalla Rural City Council warmly invites the community to join in recognising and celebrating the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) on Friday, 16 May 2025.

Library Talk: Levi Power

05:00 pm to 06:00 pm

Don’t miss the chance to hear Levi Power, Member for the North East region in the First Peoples’ Assembly of Victoria, speak at the Benalla Library about Treaty for Victoria during National Reconciliation Week.

Library Talk: Kylie Ladd

02:00 pm to 03:00 pm

Join us for an engaging Author Talk with Kylie Ladd, a renowned novelist, psychologist, and freelance writer. Kylie will be discussing her latest novel, “The Mix-up,” a beautifully told and thought-provoking story about a mix-up that leaves two children wondering who they really are and where they belong. Fourteen years ago, Kelsey and Raf Maccioni […]

Free Green Waste

12:00 pm to 03:45 pm

Benalla Rural City Council’s Free Green Waste Weekend returns on 24-25 May 2025.

Pre-Prep Information Session

08:00 am to 03:00 pm

Pre-Prep is coming to Benalla Rural City. Find out more at a dedicated information session.

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Acacia Quartet in concert

03:00 pm to 04:00 pm

Acacia Quartet are one of Australia’s most respected string ensembles. Join them at the Benalla Art Gallery for an afternoon of string classics including Joseph Haydn’s wonderful ‘Sunrise Quartet’, Nick Wales’ exhilarating ‘Harbour Light’ and Maurice Ravel’s magical ‘String Quartet.’ Audiences can expect to experience the best of classical and Australian string quartet repertoire. PROGRAM: […]