Benalla

Overview

Benalla is an attractive filming location situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Benalla. Benalla is a stylish and vibrant town with a rich history and strong arts and cultural base.

Film makers will be delighted with the array of heritige buildings and sculptures including the Benalla Ceramic Mural, a constant work in progress, changing shape and texture regularly.

Cultural attractions and vibrant gardens make Benalla a dynamic filming location that you will want to explore for yourself!

History

Prior to European settlement the area was occupied by the Yota-yota Aborigines. Hamilton Hume and William Hovell discovered good pasture land to the south-east of the present townsite in 1824. They named the river 'Swampy'.

Twelve years later the townsite was visited by Thomas Mitchell and party during their 'Australia Felix' expedition of 1836 which effectively delineated the first Sydney-Melbourne Road. They camped on the eastern riverbank where the Costume and Pioneer Museum is now located. James Taylor was drowned while scouting out a suitable crossing place.

Places of interest

Accommodation

For more information or to book accommodation, contact the friendly staff at the Benalla Visitor Information Centre at 14 Mair Street, Benalla.

Telephone: 03 5762 1749
Facsimile : 03 5762 1749
Email: visitor.info@benalla.vic.gov.au

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