Rural City Connection - July 03 Published on 03 July 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
Join Wangaratta in reducing plastic waste this July Published on 01 July 2026 Residents are being encouraged to take part in Plastic Free July™ and help reduce plastic waste across the Rural City of Wangaratta. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Rural City of Wangaratta confirms intention to exit Aged Care Published on 30 June 2026 The Rural City of Wangaratta has announced its intention to exit the delivery of aged care services, following an independent review of its long-term sustainability. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Wangaratta NAIDOC Week community event announced Published on 30 June 2026 Wangaratta will mark NAIDOC Week with a community gathering celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC and the strength of local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Wangaratta NYE offers big audience opportunity for local business Published on 23 June 2026 Wangaratta’s New Year’s Eve Celebration is one of North East Victoria’s largest single-night events, bringing together around 10,000 residents and visitors in a high-energy, family-focused environment. In 2026, the future of this free event depends on local business support. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Beloved textile exhibition opens this week Published on 22 June 2026 Petite Miniature Textiles 2026, one of Wangaratta Art Gallery’s most popular and significant exhibitions opens this weekend. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Construction to begin on Wangaratta’s Merriwa Park Story Space Published on 19 June 2026 A new space sharing the stories of Merriwa Park will begin construction next week, with salvaged red gum timber set to return to the park as a permanent community feature. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Newsletter - A message from Matt Nelson, CEO Published on 17 June 2026 Rural City of Wangaratta’s new CEO, Matt Nelson, tells us why he values local government, what has stood out in his first 60 days at Council, and what the future holds for Wangaratta. Tagged as: , Business & Economy
Wangaratta calls for urgent investment in safer regional roads Published on 17 June 2026 The Rural City of Wangaratta is urging residents to have their say on road safety as part of RACV’s My Country Road campaign, highlighting the urgent need for improved investment in regional roads. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Contemporary textiles set to delight Published on 16 June 2026 The award-winning Wangaratta Art Gallery continues its commitment to presenting outstanding contemporary textile art from across Australia with a new exhibition by Sydney-based artist Ali Noble. Tagged as: , Media Releases