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Upcoming Events

Wangaratta Community Garden - Food Swaps

25 October 2026

Come along and swap excess homegrown/ home-made produce.
4th Sunday of the Month.

St Catherines Day Respite Program

26 October 2026

St Catherine’s Day Respite offers older people in the Wangaratta community a supportive day program away from home, providing social activities, companionship, meals and care in a welcoming setting, while giving their regular carers a valuable break.

Beginners Tai Chi

26 October 2026

Join us for gentle classes focused on balance, flexibility and overall wellness.
Discover the calming power of Tai Chi in a friendly supportive environment designed just for seniors. Tai Chi is a low-impact exercise that is perfect for those suffering with arthritis and joint pain.

Come and Try Croquet

26 October 2026

Come and Try Croquet, a game of gentle exercise for the mind and body.  Croquet is a very social sport, and club members will be in attendance to assist participants. Please wear flat sole covered footwear.

Toddler Tales

26 October 2026

Toddler Tales for 1-3 year old children.

Yin Yoga

26 October 2026

This is your time to slow down, let go, and reset. In this YIN YOGA class, you'll move through long-held postures supported by uplifting music, creating space for deep stretching, relaxation, and restoration. The practice is designed to release tension, calm your nervous system, and create space in the mind and body.
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Latest News

Special Council Meeting to Support Dr Helen Haines

Published on 20 October 2026

The Rural City of Wangaratta will hold a Special Council Meeting tomorrow to formally support Dr Helen Haines and reaffirm the values that define Wangaratta as a respectful, welcoming, and compassionate community.

Community Supports Available

Published on 20 October 2026

Support is available for our community following recent events.

Joint Statement from the Elected Members of Indi

Published on 20 October 2026

Members of Parliament and Mayors stand united in condemnation of the violent attack upon our Federal Member for Indi, Dr. Helen Haines, in Wangaratta yesterday. Our thoughts are with Helen, her family, her staff, and all those affected by this deeply distressing incident.

Colourful Histories: Illuminating Migrant Experiences

Published on 26 October 2026

Wangaratta Art Gallery continues to highlight the relationship between the natural world and our diverse ancestral heritage as a region with a vibrant upcoming exhibition investigating place and belonging through the lens of migrant experiences.

Author tells story of police officer who pursued Ned Kelly

Published on 19 October 2026

Wangaratta Library will host author Susan Hare on Thursday 22 October for a talk about the life of Superintendent Francis Augustus Hare and his role in the pursuit of Ned Kelly and the Kelly Gang.

Rural City Connection - October 16

Published on 16 October 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.
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Help Improve Wangaratta-Whitfield Road

Ongoing consultation

Advocating for a safer, more reliable connection to the King Valley Council has joined Regional Cities Victoria in calling for additional investment of $2billion for regional roads. One of our priority roads is the Wangaratta-Whitfield Road, a critical transport link supporting local communities, agriculture, tourism and freight. The road is managed by the Victorian Governme...

Our Council Plan 2025-2029

Ongoing consultation

We want to know what you think about the Draft Council Plan 2025-2029 The Council Plan sets out our direction for the next four years, focusing on four key priorities: Community Wellbeing, Natural Environment, Economy and Tourism, and Infrastructure and Place.
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