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Upcoming Events

Document Signing Service

15 April 2026

Justices of the Peace at Wangaratta Library

$20 Responsible Service of Alcohol Training

15 April 2026

$20 Responsible Service of Alcohol Training course for 18 - 25 year olds work, live, and play in Wangaratta.

Stitch and Sew

15 April 2026

Join our weekly sewing group.

Rhyme Time

16 April 2026

Rhyme Time is for parents and babies aged 0-12 months.

Sit, Knit & Crochet

16 April 2026

Join our weekly knitting and crochet group.

OneMusic Regional Roadshow

17 April 2026

OneMusic is helps local businesses make sense of music
licensing. Have questions? Want to make sure your music use is covered? Organise a chat with Sarah from On eMusic.
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Latest News

Rural City Connection - April 10

Published on 10 April 2026

Read this week’s edition of Rural City Connection for the latest on key projects, community engagement opportunities, events, job openings, tenders, and general council news.

Free mental wellbeing and social connection training in Wangaratta

Published on 13 April 2026

Free training to support mental wellbeing and social connection is continuing across the Rural City of Wangaratta through Council’s Grit & Resilience Program.

Council fleet upgrade supports local businesses

Published on 13 April 2026

The Rural City of Wangaratta’s recent fleet upgrade has delivered direct economic benefits to local businesses, reinforcing Council’s commitment to supporting the local economy.

Mitchell Avenue Reserve Dog Park set for $100,000 upgrade

Published on 10 April 2026

The Mitchell Avenue Reserve Dog Park is set for a $100,000 upgrade, with funding secured through the Victorian Government’s New and Upgraded Dog Parks Program.

Beechworth Asylum history explored at Wangaratta Art Gallery

Published on 09 April 2026

An exhibition opening on Friday 17 April at Wangaratta Art Gallery will explore the history of the former Beechworth Asylum through the lens of contemporary art.

Local author to share his story at Wangaratta Library

Published on 09 April 2026

Wangaratta Library will host the launch of Jim’s Story: Volume 1 – the first eighty years, the memoir of local resident Jim McKean.
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Connect Wangaratta

Merriwa Park Project - Story Space

Ongoing consultation

We are inviting the community to share their stories, memories and experiences of Merriwa Park. The Merriwa Park Story Space is a small but meaningful project that brings the heart of the park back to the community. It grew from a simple idea that came directly from local people: when the red gums in Merriwa Park had to be removed for safety reasons, the community didn’t wan...

Small Dogs Park

Ongoing consultation

We're planning to construct a separate area for small dogs at Mitchell Avenue Reserve off-leash area, and we want your feedback on the concept plan. We've developed a draft plan featuring separate areas for small and large dogs, upgraded fencing, accessible gates, seating, water fountains and agility equipment, and we'd like to know if we got it right.

Wang Youth Photo Comp

Ongoing consultation

It's time to show off your photo taking skills! We want to see your best shots - and there's prizes up for grabs including a $100 Platypus voucher. There are two themes, and if you're between 12-25, you can enter one in each. Macro/Close up Nature It's easy, just upload them below before 16 April to be in the running!

Glenrowan EV Charger Lease Notification

Ongoing consultation

The Rural City of Wangaratta (Council) gives notice under section 115 of the Local Government Act (the Act) of its intention to explore the installation of multiple universal electric vehicle (EV) chargers in Glenrowan and to negotiate a lease with an external provider to deliver this service. Council intends to enter into a lease agreement for a period of 10 years or more.
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