The Rural City of Wangaratta is situated 2 1/2 hours from Melbourne and has a regional population of 29,200, with 19,200 living in Wangaratta (as at 2021).

Wangaratta is a major commercial and manufacturing centre in North East Victoria and is home to several major industries including agriculture, wine and timber products.

Health and Education are two major employment sectors in our city.

The area is a geographically diverse and scenic region offering a blend of urban and rural lifestyles, native bushland and snow-capped peaks.

Recreational pursuits are varied with fishing, cycling, skiing, bushwalking as well as a full range of outdoor and indoor sports serviced by the newly renovated indoor sports and aquatic centre.

Football, netball and cricket are also popular throughout our district.

Wangaratta is proud of its artistic and cultural activities. The Wangaratta Performing Arts Centre was officially opened in September 2010.

The town is well known for the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues, a leading jazz festival in Victoria which attracts international performers.

The region provides a vast number of cafes, restaurants and wineries.

Surrounding areas such as Milawa Gourmet Region are a hub for industries such as viticulture, cheese making and tourism.

The scenic King Valley, just down the 'Prosecco Road', has emerged as a vibrant attraction with its fine array of gourmet food and award winning wines.

Nearby townships of Glenrowan and Beechworth are steeped in history, including sites and artefacts relating to Ned Kelly and the gold rush days.