Benalla Rural City

Located on the Hume Freeway approximately two hours drive from Melbourne, Benalla Rural City has a population of around 14,000. Located on picturesque Lake Benalla, the major town of Benalla is the perfect place to base a tour of the north east. Getting here is easy by rail, road and air.

Once here, enjoy our superb walking paths, bike trails, lakes and waterways. If you are more interested in adventure, try Winton Motor Raceway where national events such as the V8 Supercar Series and the Austin 7’s Historic Winton are held. Benalla also has an airport providing a venue for a variety of activities including gliding, hot air ballooning, powered hang-gliding, flying instruction and aircraft maintenance.

Benalla has something for everyone - our vibrant and attractive main street boasts bakeries, cafes and restaurants to suit any taste. Better still explore our hidden treasures including heritage butchers, antique shops and superb retail offerings. Our Costume and Pioneer Museum and the Courthouse where Ned Kelly was tried are of great interest. History, culture and diverse business opportunities all await you in Benalla.

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www.benalla.vic.gov.au

Profile:
You will find the inviting Benalla Rural City just two hours from Melbourne via M31, in the heart of north east Victoria. Famous for its beauty, its roses and cultural amenities Benalla on the lake has a dynamic economy based on manufacturing, agriculture, retail and a growing health sector.
Population: 14,000
Location: Approximately 200 kms from Melbourne served by the Hume Freeway M31.
Climate: Temperature range from average winter minimum of 3C to an average summer maximum of 31 C. Rainfall is within 600-700mm average with most rain falling in the spring and winter.
Towns/Villages:
Baddaginnie, Devenish, Goorambat, Swanpool, Tatong, Thoona and Winton.

Contact:
Ms Jeanie Hall
Economic Development Manager
Phone: 03 5760 2600
jeanie.hall@benalla.vic.gov.au