In our community
Discover the latest community news and see how Council supports a vibrant, connected community through local events, cultural activities, library programs, and other community-focused initiatives. For infrastructure, building and other major works, visit our Projects page.
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Towong Shire Libraries are hitting the road!
In our communityNewsWe're bringing the library to regional communities this summer starting with our first Pop-Up Library in Eskdale, Mitta Mitta and Dartmouth.
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Tallangatta walk well attended
In our communityNewsLocal organisations, students and community members gathered in Tallangatta to launch the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
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You're invited! Bellbridge’s container café opens December 7.
In our communityNewsWe’re excited to celebrate the grand opening of the Snack Shack container café and the Bellbridge Foreshore Walking Trail on Sunday 7 December!
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LGBTQIA+ Youth Social and Advisory Group
In our communityNewsTowong Shire Council has launched a new LGBTQIA+ youth group providing a safe, social and supportive space for young people aged 12–17.
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Last Chance to Submit Your Event!
In our communityNewsTowong Shire Council is inviting event organisers to submit events for the 2026 Annual Events Calendar. Submit your event by 30 November 2025.
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Special storytime presented by the UMFC
In our communityNewsJoin us for a special storytime featuring You’re Fabulous as You Are by Sophie Beer Wednesday 26 November, 9.30am.
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Community walks support 16 Days of Activism
In our communityNewsCommunity walks in Tallangatta and Corryong will mark the 16 Days of Activism, raising awareness and support for ending gender-based violence.
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Call for Events – 2026 What’s On Calendar
In our communityNewsTowong Shire Council invites event organisers to submit events for the 2026 What’s On Calendar, covering Mitta Valley, Lake Hume, and Upper Murray.
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Celebrate Children’s Week in Tallangatta
In our communityNewsJoin us for a special community art project celebrating the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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Nominations for the 2026 Australia Day Community Awards open
In our communityNewsNominations are open for Towong’s 2026 Australia Day Awards. Submit by 2 November 2025 to celebrate outstanding citizens and groups.
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Free community concert – The Breath Aways
In our communityNewsStep back in time with Taste of Nostalgia – a free music concert celebrating the songs of the 50s, 60s and 70s this October.
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Turn trash into treasure! Kids craft workshops
In our communityNewsKids aged 6–12 can join artist Kylie Biltris for a two-part after school workshop creating colourful creatures from recycled materials.
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New destination flags installed in Corryong
In our communityNewsNew destination flags are now flying along Hanson Street, a partnership between Towong Shire Council and the Man from Snowy River Tourism Association.
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No Limits Day Coming to Tallangatta
In our communityNewsStudents will gather at Tallangatta Memorial Hall for No Limits Day, featuring a Smoking Ceremony and live performance by JK47.
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Poetry Slam event a success
In our communityNewsThank you to everyone who joined the Towong Shire Poetry Workshop and Slam Heat – it was wonderful to see such diverse performances in a supportive space.
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New historical signage installed at The Triangles
In our communityNewsNew interpretive signage was installed in The Triangles, celebrating the remarkable story of Tallangatta’s relocation to ‘Bolga’ in the 1950s.
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Children’s Book Week at our libraries
In our communityNewsCelebrate 80 years of Children’s Book Week with vibrant displays, activities, special storytime and a magical Flying Bookworms performance.
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What's on at our libraries – August
In our communityNewsFrom poetry slams to picture books, there’s plenty happening at Tallangatta and Corryong Libraries this month.
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Official opening of the Hanson Street Murals
In our communityNewsHear from artist Alex Sugar as he shares the inspiration, stories, and techniques behind the works.
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What's on at our libraries – July
In our communityNewsThere’s something for everyone in July – School holiday fun, Storytime, NAIDOC week poster exhibition, and an upcoming Author Talk with Shelley Burr.
