Benalla Park Run
Parkrun organise free, weekly, five kilometre timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and they encourage people of every ability to take part; from walkers or those taking their first steps in running to…
Read MoreDining Pods
Pack a picnic or grab some take away from one of the local cafes and dine out in an outdoor dining pod in the town of Benalla. Pods are located near the Ceramic Mural and Splash Park, near the library and Thomas Street. Perfect for a social get together or connect with family.
Read MoreSt James Silo Art
Painted by artist Tim Bowtell, the silos pay tribute to St James rich history. Not many people know that St James is the home the first Coles store! Sir George Coles grew up in the St James township and took over the St James General Store from his father, expanding it to the empire it…
Read MoreDunmore Farm
The Cottage at Dunmore is a luxury farm stay located in the idyllic picturesque valley of Molyullah in North East Victoria, Molyullah, two and a half hours from Melbourne. Originally built in the late 1800’s, and restored keeping its old-world charm, The Cottage has everything you need to ensure a memorable and comfortable stay. Designed…
Read MoreMount Samaria Walking Track
Mount Samaria’s semi-remote location makes it a perfect place to get away from it all on a head-clearing bush walk. Mount Samaria Summit Loop is a 4.2 kilometre loop trail. The loop offers scenic views and is rated as difficult. Start on Mount Samaria Road and climb to Mount Samaria’s 953 metre peak. The trail…
Read MoreLake Benalla
Along Lake Benalla’s tranquil 4.25 kilometre track you will find inspiration in diverse and picturesque landscapes from the serene lake to meandering rivers, the exquisitely manicured botanical gardens to remnant river red gum forest, the indigenous community garden to Jaycee Island with its magnificent towering Moreton bay figs and exotic Bunya Bunya pines. Explore the…
Read MoreTatong Tavern Water Tank
The Tatong Tavern Water Tank is conveniently located in the grounds of the Tatong Tavern, approximately 25 minutes from Benalla. Painted by by local artist, Michael Larkin, completed in March 2019 and is titled ‘The Kelly Gang prospecting in the Tatong Hills’. This is a great stop for anyone into silo art, water tank tank…
Read MoreMokoan Ponds – Winton Wetlands
Meander quietly alongside the Mokoan Ponds and you may experience some close encounters with native wildlife. There is a good chance of spotting Black Swamp Wallabies bouncing through the reeds, Eastern Long Neck turtles resting in the water or on a long, you may even be lucky enough to glimpse of a Rakali (Australian water…
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…
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