2024 Christmas Closure

Over the holiday period Council venues will have different operating hours.

Our Customer Service Centre will closed at 2pm, Tuesday 24 December and reopen on Thursday 2 January.

Click the link for all other service closures.

Council service closures

Facebook ALERT

We have been made aware that the Council's Facebook page has been compromised. We are actively working to resolve this issue. During this time, please be vigilant of unusual posts or messages that may appear to be from Council, as they may be part of unauthorised activity. Until further notice, please do not interact with the BRCC Facebook page until we confirm that it is safe.

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Citizenship

Benalla Rural City Council conducts Citizenship Ceremonies for residents who wish to become Australian citizens. Applications for citizenship need to be made directly to the Department of Home Affairs. Once the Department has assessed and approved the application, Benalla Rural City Council conducts the ceremony and presents the citizenship certificates on behalf of the Department.

Citizenship ceremonies are held throughout the year. On Australia Day, we usually hold a special presentation ceremony at the Benalla Performing Arts and Convention Centre (BPACC).

If you would like to apply for Australian citizenship, visit the Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs website or call the Citizenship Information Line on 131 880.

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