Benalla Heritage Trail
Wander through history on the Benalla Heritage Trail, a self-guided walking experience that uncovers the fascinating stories, iconic figures, and historic sites that shaped this charming rural city. From the site of the original Broken River Border Police Station to the barber shop where Ned Kelly attempted a daring escape, the trail features over 20…
Read MoreMokoan Discovery Trail
To the east of Benalla lies the Mokoan Discovery Trail. Stretching from Sydney Road to the Winton Wetlands, this gravel walking and cycle path awaits exploration, while native vegetation planted by local environmental groups enhances the region’s natural beauty and biodiversity. Embark on the 20 kilometre Mokoan Discovery Trail starting at Witt Street in Benalla…
Read MorePolished Agencies and Galleria
Polished Agencies and Galleria exhibits beautiful collections from a mix of premium Australian and International women’s designers labels. Polished Agencies and Galleria offers an in-house personal styling consultation service and showcases luxury staples, event-wear and statement pieces for enhancing your wardrobe. This is an elevated shopping experience within the heart of Benalla.
Read MoreChick Hill Walk
Chick Hill Walk trail is rated as a level four difficulty and spans one kilometre in distance, taking approximately one hour to complete. The path begins at the intersection of Wirrinya Avenue and Taaffe Road in Hamilton Park, offering hikers a challenging ascent that leads to breathtaking views of the Alps, specifically Mt. Buffalo. Additionally,…
Read MoreLima Falls Walk
Lima Falls is a small and pretty waterfall on White Gum Gully Creek. The falls are approximately 42 kilometres south of Benalla and just off Police Track, and through pine plantations. The road is unsealed and is accessible by 2WD, however, this is weather permitting. To get to the falls follow the road signs (small…
Read MoreSwanpool Heritage Murals
Looking to explore more art in the region? Take a scenic 20-minute drive from Benalla to Swanpool and discover the charming Swanpool Heritage Murals, located near the local store. These captivating artworks depict the early days of the Swanpool district, bringing local history to life through the talents of artists Michael Larkin and Tim Bowtell,…
Read MoreWild Dog Falls Walk and lookout – Mount Samaria
Escape into nature on the breathtaking walk to Wild Dog Falls – one of Mount Samaria State Park’s best-kept secrets. This 1.5 kilometre (40-minute return) Level 3 hike offers the perfect balance of challenge and reward for those with moderate fitness. Starting from the carpark on Mount Samaria Road, the well-marked trail winds through peaceful…
Read MoreThe Workshop and Much Travelled Tractor
The Workshop was erected by brothers Charlie and Ron Cooper in 1962 -63. The business thrived with Charlie handling the engineering and Ron handling the mechanical side. Noel Mallows joined the business and and Cooper Bros. & Mallows was born in 1965. The much travelled tractor was born in the USA and shipped to Melbourne…
Read MoreWarby Falls Heritage Trail
This trail offers two options for hiking: a 3.2-kilometer one-way walk that takes approximately two hours, or a 7.4-kilometer loop that takes approximately five hours. The trail is classified as a Grade four walk. Starting from the carpark on Booth Road, the trail takes you through a gully that features a historic sawmill, weirs, sheep…
Read MoreLake Benalla Fishway
Lake Benalla fishway is in place to improve the native fish migration in the Goulburn Broken Catchment. The vertical fishway or fishladders as they are sometimes known, allows fish to swim upstream an downstream past barriers. It is also a way to protect fish from predators like humans and birds and also allows light to…
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