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AlburyCity announces changes to OOSH services at two schools
AlburyCity has announced an important update regarding Out of School Hours (OOSH) services at Albury Public School and Albury North Public School.
Families
Junction Support Services to operate Retro Lane Café
Retro Lane Café will enter a new chapter this October, with not-for-profit organisation Junction Support Services to become the café's new operator following an expression of interest (EOI) process.
Announcements
Website upgrade delivers ongoing cost savings
As part of AlburyCity’s budget review, the corporate website has been upgraded, reducing ongoing platform costs by an estimated 65 per cent.
Council Project
Olive Street improvements to create a safer, more welcoming city centre
A series of improvements to Olive Street will begin in August, delivering enhanced parking, safer pedestrian access and targeted streetscape upgrades in one of Albury's busiest city streets.
Council Project
WinterGlow returns to light up Albury on Saturday 15 August
Winter is here — and it’s going to glow. WinterGlow returns to Albury on Saturday 15 August, transforming the CBD into a vibrant winter playground filled with music, light, art and entertainment.
Events Activities
Local performers invited to audition for 2026 Carols by Candlelight
Applications are now open for local performers to take centre stage at AlburyCity's 2026 Carols by Candlelight.
Media Releases
Community invited to help shape AlburyCity’s next Reconciliation Action Plan
AlburyCity is inviting community feedback on its Draft Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) 2026–2028 following Council's endorsement to place the document on public exhibition.
Have Your Say
Draft East Albury Precinct Plan released for community feedback
AlburyCity is inviting the community to help shape the future of East Albury, with the draft East Albury Precinct Plan now on public exhibition following Council’s meeting on 27 July.
Have Your Say
Council adopts Heritage Review to guide future planning and protection
AlburyCity has adopted its Heritage Review, providing a contemporary framework to help recognise, manage and protect places of local heritage significance while ensuring further opportunities for community input before any changes are progressed.
Media Releases
Write Around the Murray celebrates 20 years of stories, ideas and connection
Albury’s beloved Write Around the Murray Festival is returning in 2026 to celebrate its 20th festival, bringing together leading Australian authors, illustrators, performers and storytellers for five days of conversation, creativity and community.
Arts Culture
Young environmental champions to restore habitat at Spring Park
More than 120 Albury primary school students will step outside the classroom and into nature this week as they take part in Planet Ark National Schools Tree Day.
Environment
Council continues financial turnaround amid SRV community consultation
AlburyCity says months of organisation-wide work to improve its financial position are beginning to deliver results, with the projected General Fund deficit reducing from more than $22 million in December 2025 to $18.9 million in March 2026.
Media Releases
Albury Youth Council elects 2026 leadership team
AlburyCity Youth Council is pleased to announce Amelia Evans as the 2026 Youth Mayor, alongside Kimmi Kaur as Deputy Youth Mayor.
Announcements
Community invited to have its say on proposed Special Rate Variation options
AlburyCity is inviting the community to provide feedback on three future rate scenarios, including two potential Special Rate Variation (SRV) options, as part of planning for the city's long-term financial sustainability.
Media Releases
Winter operations to continue at Albury Swim Centre
The Albury Swim Centre will continue operating during the winter months, providing year-round access, following a resolution of Council at its meeting on 15 June.
Media Releases
AlburyCity adopts Budget focused on financial sustainability and future growth
AlburyCity has adopted its 2026/27 Budget and Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2026-2030, setting a clear direction for investment in essential infrastructure, community services and future growth.
Media Releases
Albury Entertainment Centre Convention Wing redevelopment breaks ground
Work has officially begun on the major redevelopment of the Albury Entertainment Centre Convention Wing, marking a milestone for one of the region’s most important cultural and economic assets.
Announcements
Albury airport taxiway extension now open
Albury Airport is safer and more efficient with the completion of major improvements that will also support future passenger growth.
Announcements
Generous donation brings new sculpture Bloom to life at Lavington Five Ways
AlburyCity is proud to announce the installation of Bloom, a striking new public artwork now standing at the heart of Lavington.
Arts Culture
All in: Albury encouraged to come together for Reconciliation Week
AlburyCity is proud to host the local National Reconciliation Week Flag Raising Ceremony at QEII Square this Wednesday 27 May at 10am.
Events Activities
