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Rural City Connection - June 05

Published on 05 June 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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Free artist talk and workshop at Wangaratta Library

Published on 03 June 2026

Wangaratta Library will host Changemakers, a travelling exhibition from the Museum of Australian Democracy, from Monday 1 June to Saturday 11 July, featuring a free artist talk and hands-on workshop.

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Glenrowan & Whitfield - finalists in Top Tiny Tourism Town Awards

Published on 02 June 2026

Two of Wangaratta’s most loved tourism destinations, Glenrowan and Whitfield, have been named finalists in the Victorian Top Tourism Town Awards in the Tiny Tourism Town category.

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Author Stephen Whiteside to speak at Wangaratta Library

Published on 29 May 2026

Wangaratta Library will host Australian author Stephen Whiteside on Wednesday 10 June for a discussion on his latest historical novel, The View from Point Lookout.

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Councillor report | Clean Peak Energy Solar Farm

Published on 26 May 2026

Clean Peak Energy has officially commissioned a 70-hectare solar facility in North Wangaratta, delivering strong local economic benefits, supporting regional businesses, and strengthening the city’s role in renewable energy while supplying power to nearby industries.

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Councillor report | 2026 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards

Published on 26 May 2026

The Wangaratta Art Gallery has been recognised at the 2026 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards, winning Small Project of the Year for Overland by local artist Matthew Harris, highlighting the region’s strong cultural contribution and community-focused arts programming.

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Major Road Safety Upgrades Planned for Wangaratta Streets

Published on 25 May 2026

Safety upgrades are planned for several key streets across Wangaratta, with $2 million in Victorian Government funding secured through the Safe Local Roads and Streets Program.

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Council acts to strengthen long-term financial sustainability

Published on 21 May 2026

The Rural City of Wangaratta is taking action to strengthen its long-term financial sustainability, while continuing to prioritise core services and maintain community assets and infrastructure.

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Children’s book brought to life in Wangaratta city centre

Published on 21 May 2026

Wangaratta Library has launched its first Story Walk along Docker Street, featuring the children’s classic Where is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. Families can follow the story page by page along the walking route.

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EOI now open to host events for 2026 Wangaratta Seniors Festival

Published on 19 May 2026

Community groups, clubs, and organisations across the Rural City of Wangaratta are invited to host events as part of the 2026 Wangaratta Seniors Festival in October.

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Rural City Connection - June 05

Free artist talk and workshop at Wangaratta Library

Glenrowan & Whitfield - finalists in Top Tiny Tourism Town Awards

Author Stephen Whiteside to speak at Wangaratta Library

Councillor report | Clean Peak Energy Solar Farm

Councillor report | 2026 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards

Major Road Safety Upgrades Planned for Wangaratta Streets

Council acts to strengthen long-term financial sustainability

Children’s book brought to life in Wangaratta city centre

EOI now open to host events for 2026 Wangaratta Seniors Festival

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