Rural City Connection - October 2 Published on 02 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. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community voices sought for Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee Published on 01 October 2026 The Rural City of Wangaratta is encouraging community members from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to apply for four vacancies on its Sport and Recreation Advisory Committee. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Wangaratta Growth Alliance plans for population of 40,000 by 2040 Published on 30 September 2026 Five regional organisations have formed the Wangaratta Growth Alliance to coordinate planning and advocacy for the housing, infrastructure and services needed to support a population of 40,000 by 2040. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Author Anne Freeman to discuss new novel at Wangaratta Library Published on 24 September 2026 Australian author Anne Freeman will discuss her latest novel, The Time After Now, at Wangaratta Library on Friday 9 October at 2.30pm. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Nominations Open for Wangaratta’s Youth Council 2027 Published on 23 September 2026 Applications are now open for the 2027 Rural City of Wangaratta Youth Council, giving local young people the opportunity to represent their peers and help shape the future of the region. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Grit & Resilience Festival returns with music, movement, and community Published on 23 September 2026 Wangaratta’s free Grit & Resilience Festival will return to King George Gardens on Saturday 10 October, with live music, cultural performances, activities, and information from local support services. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Community priorities translating into results - Council Plan Year 1 Published on 22 September 2026 One year after adopting its Council Plan 2025-2029, the Rural City of Wangaratta says all first-year actions are on track, with progress recorded across community services, environmental initiatives, economic development, and infrastructure projects. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Free community celebration returns to Glenrowan Published on 15 September 2026 G’Day Glenrowan will return on Saturday 3 October, with local market stalls, regional produce, live entertainment and family activities across Lions Park and Gladstone Street. Entry is free. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Tannins in focus at Wangaratta Art Gallery Published on 11 September 2026 Wangaratta Art Gallery will present a major new exhibition this Spring focussing on the cultural, community, and intergenerational bonds of tannins – the highly pungent, richly coloured organic compounds found in plant matter such as leaves, bark, sap, fruits, seeds, and spices, known for their strong, bitter taste and their ability to colour and stain. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Pierce Brothers to headline Wangaratta New Year’s Eve event Published on 10 September 2026 The Pierce Brothers will headline Wangaratta’s free New Year’s Eve celebration at the new location, W.J. Findlay Oval, on Thursday 31 December, with live music, family activities, and fireworks at 9pm and midnight. Tagged as: , Media Releases