Glenrowan Heritage Siege Precinct Walk
Glenrowan is a tangible link with one of Australia’s most infamous historical figures, Ned Kelly. Kelly made his famous last stand on 28 June 1880 at Glenrowan following a siege between his gang of bushrangers and police troopers. Visitors to the Glenrowan Heritage Precinct can explore the key sites of the final siege and Kelly…
Read MoreStringybark Historical Reserve
Stringybark Historical Reserve is located 50 kilometres south from Benalla, and is where the infamous shoot out between police and the Kelly Gang took place on 26 October, 1878. The Gang surprised the police at their camp and, in the ensuing gun battle, three policeman were killed. A police memorial has been erected here also…
Read MoreBenalla Ceramic Mural
The Benalla Ceramic Mural was created by some of Australia’s leading ceramic artists and many people from Benalla. It emerges from the rolling green lawns on the shore of Lake Benalla, next door to the Benalla Museum and opposite the Benalla Art Gallery. Contributors to this open air gallery include nationally significant artists, 1500 regional…
Read MoreBenalla Library
The Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop Learning Centre (Benalla Library) is a modern and welcoming centre, promoting lifelong learning and literacy through a range of engaging programs. Whether you’re spending a few days in town and need a place to catch up on emails or explore digital resources, look no further than the Benalla Library. More…
Read MoreTC Trewin Agricultural Museum
A shed was built in 1987 with the aid of a Government Grant to preserve local agricultural machinery of the older generation of farmers. The significant collection of well labelled items, include a HV McKay binder, a Big E Harvester, Sunshine Number 6 header, Lennon’s Winnower and a 1930’s Bedford truck. Todays modern machinery is…
Read MoreAnnis and George Bills Horse Trough
Donated in memory of the horses that did not return from WW1. Bill’s horse watering troughs were manufactured in Australia and installed to provide relief for working horses in the first half of the twentieth century. A trust fund through the will of George Bills financed around 700 troughs in Australia and 50 overseas. The…
Read MoreNed Kelly Touring Route – Benalla
The Ned Kelly Touring Route – Benalla takes in the major Kelly gang sights in and around Benalla. Serious students of bushranger history will want to spend a leisurely day in the Benalla district taking time to absorb the history as well as sample the great local produce. Those on a tighter schedule will be…
Read MoreDump Point and Fresh Water
Dump points allow both caravans and RV’s to dispose of grey and black water and is a necessity for the travelling community. Dump point and fresh water is conveniently located at the Benalla Airport, off Samaria Road. Dump point is accessible 24 hours and seven days a week.
Read MoreTatong CFA Mural
The CFA mural is a tribute to the volunteer CFA firefighters who give so much to protect their towns and communities from fires. Artist Mike Larkin has a personal connection to the mural, as that he lives in the township of Tatong and is also a member from Tatong Rural Fire Brigade. The painting itself…
Read MoreBenalla Tourist Park
Benalla Tourist Park offers accommodation in Victoria’s North East Region, with something for everyone. The accommodation includes motel rooms, cabins and villas, all with air-conditioning. The cabins and villas are fully self-contained with kitchens or kitchenettes with a stove top, microwave, refrigerator, utensils and some with an oven. They feature a lounge and dining area…
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