Changes to sharps container supply and disposal services

Find out more about the changes to Council’s sharps container supply and disposal services

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November Rates Due

Rates are due 30 November. Make your payment or learn more by clicking the link below.

Spring into Sustainability

Replacing the long-running March into Sustainability initiative, the refreshed Spring into Sustainability program in 2026 creates more opportunities for residents, community groups, businesses and local organisations to get involved in sustainability-focused events throughout the spring months.

Please check this page regularly throughout Spring for updates to our activity schedule.

Sunshine and Shadows exhibition

Friday 4 September - Wednesday 25 November 2026

Sunshine and Shadows presents new work by Albury based artist Donna Caffrey who works across textile and collage. Inspired by the critically endangered Golden Sun Moth and the Bogong moth, Caffrey’s new collages and works on paper consider the surprising diversity of moth life and other vulnerable species in Northeast Victoria and the Murray region

Platypus workshop

Saturday 19 September | 10am - 12pm

Join Ovens Landcare Network for this hands-on event aiming to deepen our understanding of platypus populations across the Ovens Catchment.

Image: Doug Gimesy

Woody Weed Control workshop

Friday 30 October

Is your backyard harbouring invasive weeds? Learn how to identify and control invasive woody weeds at this practical workshop hosted by the Bangerang Ngalan Bitja Ranger team.

Bright ideas

Tuesday 6 October | 10am - 12pm

Join RCoW's Environment & Sustainability team and community group Electrify Wangaratta for a friendly chat on saving energy and home electrification as part of Wangaratta's Seniors Festival.

Nature Story Walk

Saturday 10 - Sunday 18 October

Visit Wangaratta Library’s Story Walk along Docker Street to celebrate Nature Book Week. Save the gum trees, bees and big blue seas by Luke John Matthew Arnold.

National Ride 2 Work Day

Wednesday 14 October

Whether you're a two-wheeled commuter or new to the habit, register your ride to work on Wednesday the 14th of October and be a part of Australia's biggest celebration of commuter riding. Tag the Rural City of Wangaratta on your socials to show us your commute!

Aussie bird count

Monday 19 October - Sunday 25 October

The annual Aussie Bird Count is a fun, easy way for all of us to take a national snapshot of the birds around us, while participating in one of the largest citizen science research activities across the country. In just 20 minutes, you can help build a picture of how our feathered friends are faring and contribute to something that really counts.

Frog ID week

Friday 6 November - Sunday 15 November

Get involved in Australia's biggest frog count and help the Australian Museum understand frogs and environmental health across the country. You just need your Smartphone and a keen ear to record frog sounds to get involved in this citizen science activity.

Tour Wangaratta Organics Facility

11, 12 & 13th November | 10.45am - 12pm

Join Council’s Waste Management teams for a free community tour of Wangaratta’s Organics Waste Facility. Get a first-hand view on how the facility operates and processes the municipality’s green and organics waste. Bookings are essential.

Bugs in my Backyard week

Monday 16 - Sunday 22 November

Another great citizen science activity to get involved in, the annual Bug Hunt takes place during Bugs in my Backyard week each year. All you need to do is register and download the iNaturalist app to contribute.

Image: Land For Wildlife

Peri-urban pests & weeds - information session

This free session will cover practical steps you can take on your property to reduce shelter, food sources, and breeding opportunities for pest animals.