Rural City of Wangaratta

16/09/2026

Tonight from 7:30pm, our team will be replacing a tree in the Murphy Street median strip near the traffic lights opposite Commonwealth Bank.

Expect some minor traffic delays in the area while works are underway.

15/09/2026

⚾ Pitch perfect progress at Targoora Park

Six 26-metre lighting towers are now standing tall over the Rangers Baseball pitch, with the team making the most of the fine spring weather to get the job done.

Diamond 1 is being upgraded with competition-standard LED lighting to improve safety and visibility for players and support the growing participation of women and girls in baseball and softball.

This project is made possible thanks to joint funding from the Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund, the Wangaratta Rangers Baseball and Council.

Expected to be completed by end of November, find out more: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/Targoora-Park-Lighting-Upgrade

13/09/2026

It's that time of year when magpies swap singing for aerial patrols.

Swooping season runs from August to October, when magpies are busy protecting their nests and young.

If you're out and about this spring, here are a few ways to stay safe:
• Travel in a group and walk quickly
• Wear a hat and sunglasses
• Carry an umbrella for protection
• Riding a bike? Dismount or try adding cable ties to your helmet
• Don't feed or harass magpies, as this can make swooping behaviour worse

Noticed a swooping hotspot? Visit our Biodiversity webpage for a bird map and swooping bird information. https://buff.ly/zvxSI3i

All Victorian native wildlife, including magpies, is protected by law.

📸 Thanks to Robbie Alexander Photography and Fishing for allowing us to share this great shot of one of our local magpies.

11/09/2026

Drop by our stall at the Wangaratta Farmers' Market this Saturday and have a chat with Councillors and Council Officers.

You might like to:
🌿 Find out what's happening during Spring into Sustainability
🌳 Share your thoughts on the draft Tree Management Policy
📍 Tell us what matters most in your local area

10/09/2026

🎸 Headliner announcement: the Pierce Brothers are coming to Wangaratta this New Year's Eve!

Known for their energetic live performances, the Pierce Brothers have more than 40 million global streams and have toured alongside artists including Tash Sultana, The Cat Empire and Tones and I.

The program will also feature local duo Scott & Amanda, winners of the Youth Battle of the Bands, and Triple M’s Matty O’Gorman as MC and DJ.

Join us for a great night of entertainment as we count down to 2027. Keep up to date: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/NYE26

10/09/2026

🚧 Roadworks update: Ford & Ovens Street roundabout

Works on the new raised pedestrian crossing at the Ford and Ovens Street roundabout are getting underway three weeks ahead of schedule thanks to favourable weather and strong progress by Olex Civil.

What you need to know:
📅 Works begin from Monday 14 September
⛔ Ovens Street will be closed at the work zone
↪️ Detours will be in place
🚶‍♂️ Footpath access to businesses, WPAC and the Gallery maintained

The Cusack Street end is expected to reopen on Friday evening (subject to conditions).

Thanks for your patience as these works are completed. More information: www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/SLRSP

09/09/2026

🚧 You told us these roads are a priority. We're making sure that message is heard.

Wangaratta–Whitfield Road, Greta Road and Murdoch Road are among the roads our community raises most often with Council.

While these roads are managed and maintained by the Victorian Government, not Council, their condition impacts residents, businesses, freight operators and the visitors who rely on them every day.

That's why the Rural City of Wangaratta is backing a statewide campaign calling for greater investment in regional roads and advocating for these key routes to receive the attention they deserve. We're pushing for increased funding to improve the roads our community relies on every day.

Read the full media release www.wangaratta.vic.gov.au/News-Articles/Wangaratta-calls-for-Action-on-Key-State-managed-Roads

08/09/2026

🏏 A fantastic opportunity for local young cricketers.
Essendon Cricket Club will be in Wangaratta this Sunday for a junior skills clinic with Wangaratta Colts. Registrations are still open. Don't miss out!

Fancy a net and skill session with the Essendon Cricket Club? Join Essendon and Colts on Sunday 13th September from 8:30am for an awesome morning of cricket!

There is still time to register! Register today to secure your spot!
https://events.humanitix.com/essendon-cricket-club-junior-clinic

07/09/2026

🏃‍♀️ Looking to get the kids moving? Get Active Kids Vouchers are opening soon for eligible Victorian families. Vouchers can be used at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre for a range of classes and memberships.

Get Active Kids Vouchers are opening soon for Victorian families with a Health Care Card or Pensioner Concession Card.

You can use this voucher at WSAC for:
🏊‍♂️ Learn to Swim
🤸‍♂️ Recreational Gymnastics
🛝 Active Kids
💧 6-Month Pool Membership (concession)
🏋️‍♂️ 3-Month Teen Membership

Apply here: https://buff.ly/JU518Ed

06/09/2026

Did you know a threatened species calls Wangaratta home? 🐛

The Yurrnga Ganbina / Golden Sun Moth, one of Australia's most unique and threatened insects, lives in a small area behind Barr Reserve.

To protect the moth during its short breeding season, Council avoids mowing and slashing the site from mid-October to early January. The species relies on native grasslands, particularly wallaby grass, and spends up to three years underground before emerging as an adult for just a few days.

Since the moth was confirmed at the site in 2020, Council has carefully managed the area to support this important local population. This work continues a long tradition of grassland stewardship, with Traditional Owners using cultural fire practices for thousands of years to create and maintain habitat for species like the Golden Sun Moth.

Learn more https://buff.ly/HAzMMTE