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Upcoming Events

Mosaics- Morning session

09 June 2026

Unleash your creativity with our vibrant mosaics class! Discover the art of crafting stunning, personalised masterpieces using an array of coloured materials. Join us to transform bits and pieces into mesmerizing works of art. Materials and tools provided.

Tuesday Cooking

09 June 2026

Discover the joy of creating practical and delicious meals from scratch. Join us in the kitchen where we will learn how to read & interpret recipes, budget for meals and learn new skills. No experience is required. Lets embark on a flavourful journey.

Story Time

09 June 2026

Story Time for preschool aged children.

ATO Masterclass - Tax time essentials: Claiming deductions for your ho

09 June 2026

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) offer a suite of masterclasses designed to strengthen your small business knowledge.

Inclusive Drumming Sessions

09 June 2026

The Rural City of Wangaratta with In the Groove are running free accessible drumming sessions for people of all abilities in King George Gardens

Mosaics- Afternoon session

09 June 2026

Unleash your creativity with our vibrant mosaics class! Discover the art of crafting stunning, personalised masterpieces using an array of coloured materials. Join us to transform bits and pieces into mesmerizing works of art. Materials and tools provided.
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Latest News

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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Connect Wangaratta

Boat Ramp Design

Ongoing consultation

The Rural City of Wangaratta is inviting community feedback on proposed concept designs for two local boat ramp sites at Templeton Street and Frank Garth Reserve. These plans aim to improve safety, accessibility and overall functionality of boating facilities, responding to strong community demand for better access to local waterways

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.

WSAC Café Survey

Ongoing consultation

The Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre (WSAC), with support from Gateway Health is seeking feedback on the food and drink options offered at the café, vending machine and at children’s birthday parties. This feedback will help align WSAC food and drink options to the Vic Kids Eat Well program. We're keen to hear what the community would like on offer, the results from this...

Leasing and Licensing Policy

Ongoing consultation

We are updating our Leasing and Licensing Policy. The Leasing & Licensing Policy outlines Council's approach to occupancy arrangements for property it owns, and manages. The current policy has been in effect since 2019. Since this time, there have been a number of changes to legislation and the context in which Council operates. The new policy reflects these changes, and pro...
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