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Benalla, AU

January 18, 2026

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Benalla CFA thanks community for support during dangerous fire deployment

“It was almost perfect fire conditions, and there is only so much we can do.”

By Simon Ruppert

$81m government investment to pave the way for fire-affected road repairs

Discover the hidden gems of Victoria's mazes and gardens this holiday season. What secrets will you uncover?

Just before Christmas, we went to Chrismont Winery in Cheshunt for lunch and oohed and...

Discover the hidden gems of Victoria's mazes and gardens this holiday season. What secrets will you uncover?

“Homes, farmland, livelihoods and essential infrastructure have been lost, and behind every loss is a family.”

“Homes, farmland, livelihoods and essential infrastructure have been lost, and behind every loss is a family.”

State Member for Euroa Annabelle Cleeland has provided an update on the ongoing response to...

Cleeland praises CFA’s tireless efforts fighting Longwood fires

Discover the hidden stories behind Benalla Art Gallery’s cherished artworks as locals share their personal connections

Jacinta Allan speaks to loss amid bushfire hardship

Combined state and federal investment sees up to $100m for bushfire recovery announced

Grants open to support veterans and preserve local war memorials

Nurturing Community and Excellence

Fourth round of Benalla Rural City’s community satisfaction survey to begin

Live4Life’s success shows the power of youth-led mental health support

Diamond celebration for Beryl and Merv

Public urged to avoid entering firegrounds

Trio bunkered down in shipping container after house burnt

Victorian bushfire victims can access share of $19.5 million aid package

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Longwood bushfire: 135,967 hectares burnt, one fatality confirmed

End of an era for Lovell

Benjamin Sam releases new book

Premier declares state of disaster for 18 LGAs and one Alpine resort

Emergency Relief Centre opens in Benalla

Hume Fwy between Seymour and Violet Town has closed again

Longwood fire still out of control — stay informed and prepare to leave if necessary

Longwood bushfire could spread in catastrophic conditions

Truck stuck on Bridge St East roundabout

Elderly and disabled access to redeveloped Benalla Station questioned

Grant inflates ballooning event

Total Fire Ban declared for north east Victoria Thursday

Safe space provided for violence survivors

Grants to kick-start active kids at active schools

Cracking down on illegal dumping

Nappy donation call out to help families

Blaze Aid arrives at Goomalibee

Esther’s back-to-school appeal is back

Ambulance Victoria’s top heat safety tips

Blaze Aid volunteers support Goomalibee farmers after devastating fire

Lions thank community for great turnout at annual event

Year in review | July to December

Australia Day 2026 moves to Lakeside Community Centre

Council urges campers to stop dumping wet wipes at airport

Benalla pumped for Fawckner Dve precinct upgrades

Vince Branigan sworn in as Benalla Rural City Councillor

Community rallies to support family following major fire near Benalla

New dog park on the way for Benalla

Benalla Pony Club's festive ride to Silo Art Trail

Students' Christmas artwork brightens CBD

Gallery | Festive lights shine across Benalla

First high-summer opening for Barwitian Garden

Benalla Year in Review 2025: January to June

Tomoya’s 4000km trek raises over $55,000 for UNICEF

Incident controller expects Goomalibee fire to be brought under control

Home lost in Goomalibee fire

Supported Playgroup connects families to fun

Rodney returns to the Da Vinci Club

Benalla Rural City Council welcomes Aboriginal liaison officer