What Wodonga Council does

Wodonga Council is the local government authority for the municipality of Wodonga in north-east Victoria, Australia, established in 1999 under Victoria's Local Government Act 2020 and serving a population of more than 40,000 residents. The council delivers the full range of municipal services — rates and property taxation, planning and building permits, environmental health and food premises registrations, animal management, waste and recycling, immunisation, emergency management, community health and wellbeing programs, and infrastructure delivery — alongside a portfolio of wholly-owned cultural, recreational, and economic development assets. These include The Cube Wodonga performing arts venue, Hyphen Wodonga Library Gallery, the Bonegilla Migrant Experience (a National Heritage-listed site), WAVES Aquatic Centre, Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre, and the Logic Wodonga commercial/industrial precinct.

The council's business model is funded through three primary streams: council rates levied on property owners, statutory fees and charges (e.g., animal registration $34.60-$178.40, fixed food premises registration $643-$1,424, accommodation premises registration $181-$489, building file retrieval $48-$143), and federal/state government grants for infrastructure and community services. There is no equity funding or venture capital; the council is publicly owned and governed by elected councillors, administered by CEO Matthew Hyde.

Digital service delivery is centred on the ePathway online portal (eservices.wodonga.vic.gov.au) for transactions such as property search, applications, animal registration, licensing, and payments. Community engagement runs through the Make Wodonga Yours platform (powered by Social Pinpoint) and the Community Conversations online panel (via Campaign Monitor). Distribution is multi-channel: in-person service centres at 104 Hovell St, the ePathway self-serve portal, the community engagement website, and the Two Cities One Community cross-border initiative with Albury Council that supports regional tourism (Visit Albury Wodonga), investment attraction (Invest Albury Wodonga), and shared service delivery across the Albury-Wodonga region. The technology stack is composed of standard SaaS integrations (Google Analytics, Adobe Sign, TicketSearch, Eventbrite, ReadBooks) with no disclosed AI/ML capabilities, and operational data is published through the Albury Wodonga Open Data Hub.

Name

Wodonga Council

Legal name

Wodonga Council

Website

https://wodonga.vic.gov.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Wodonga Council is the statutory local government authority for the municipality of Wodonga, Victoria, Australia, delivering municipal services — rates, planning, waste, community programs — to a population of more than 40,000 residents.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Local Government Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs (92411), Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (7121), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71), Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors (92615)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340), Refuse Systems (4953)

akta.pro primary industry

Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (BPAIACAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Economic Development & Business Licensing (Local) (BPAIACAN)

Keywords

• Local government services
• Municipal services
• Community facilities
• Building and planning permits
• Waste and recycling services

Headquarters

HQ city

Wodonga

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Rates and property taxation: Council rates levied on property owners within the Wodonga municipality as a primary source of revenue for funding local government services and infrastructure.
2. Fees and charges: Various service fees including environmental health registrations, building permits, planning permits, animal registrations, and other regulatory fees collected from residents and businesses.
3. Government funding and grants: Federal and state government funding for infrastructure projects, community services, and operational support.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wodonga Council provides statutory local government services including property rating, building and planning permits, animal registration, environmental health registrations, immunisation, waste collection, and community infrastructure. It also operates cultural, recreational, and heritage facilities (The Cube Wodonga, Hyphen Library Gallery, Bonegilla Migrant Experience, WAVES Aquatic Centre, Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre), delivers community programs, and supports economic development across the Wodonga municipality and the wider Albury-Wodonga region.

Product overview

Wodonga Council provides a comprehensive suite of local government services and facilities for a city of over 40,000 residents. The digital offering centers on the ePathway Online Services portal for transactional services (property search, animal registration, planning applications, payments), complemented by community engagement through the Make Wodonga Yours platform and the Community Conversations online panel. Major facilities include The Cube Wodonga (performing arts venue), Hyphen Library Gallery, Bonegilla Migrant Experience (heritage site), WAVES Aquatic Centre, and Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre. Economic development services include Logic Wodonga commercial land, business permits and tenders via the eProcure platform, and the Albury Wodonga Open Data Hub. Additional branded initiatives include Halve Waste (recycling education). The council uses Campaign Monitor for email communications, Google Analytics for web analytics, and integrated ticketing platforms (TicketSearch, Eventbrite) for event bookings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Cube Wodonga: Arts and entertainment venue operated by Wodonga Council
• Hyphen
• Bonegilla Migrant Experience
• Logic Wodonga
• Make Wodonga Yours
• Halve Waste

Products and services

• ePathway Online Services A comprehensive online services portal enabling residents and businesses to access council services digitally, including property search, animal registration, planning applications, building permits, licensing, customer service requests, and online payments for rates, infringements, and bookings.
• The Cube Wodonga A performing arts and entertainment venue hosting live performances, exhibitions, film screenings, and cultural events for the Albury Wodonga community.
• Hyphen - Wodonga Library Gallery A combined library and gallery facility offering books, digital resources, community programs, exhibitions, artist residencies, and technology support services.
• Bonegilla Migrant Experience A National Heritage-listed historical site offering guided tours exploring the history of post-war migration at the former migrant reception and training centre, open Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 10am-4pm.
• Make Wodonga Yours An online community engagement platform enabling residents to participate in council consultations, share feedback on projects and proposals, and stay informed about planning and decision-making processes.
• Logic Wodonga A commercial and industrial land development initiative providing property for sale and lease to support business investment and economic development in the Wodonga region.
• WAVES Aquatic Centre Aquatic leisure facility offering swimming pools, fitness programs, and water-based recreation activities for the Wodonga community.
• Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre Indoor sports and recreation facility providing courts, programs, and venues for various sporting and fitness activities.
• Environmental Health Registration Services Registration and inspection services for prescribed accommodation, beauty and health premises, fixed and mobile food premises, aquatic facilities, and onsite wastewater management systems, with statutory fees.
• Planning and Building Services Statutory development assessment, planning permits, building permits, infrastructure management, wastewater system approvals, drainage, traffic management, and property-related approvals for residents and businesses.
• Business and Investment Services Support for businesses including permits, tenders, commercial property, economic development data, business concierge support, and tourism partner programs.
• Community Services Range of council services including programs for children, young people, older people, First Nations peoples, new residents, and disability access and inclusion, plus immunisation, Maternal and Child Health, and community safety.
• Animal Registration and Pet Services Annual animal registration services for dogs and cats, lost animal and pound services, permits for keeping animals, and local laws compliance, with discounted and pensioner rates.
• Rates and Property Taxation Services Council rates levied on property owners within the Wodonga municipality as a primary source of revenue for funding local government services and infrastructure, with online payment options.
• Albury Wodonga Open Data Hub Open data portal providing access to community statistics, development data, and municipal information for research and planning purposes.
• Community Conversations Panel Online panel enabling residents to regularly provide feedback on council issues through surveys and focus groups, with email updates on consultation activities.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Albury CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint regional initiative 'Two Cities One Community' for collaborative service delivery, planning, and development across the Albury-Wodonga border region. Includes shared platforms for tourism, investment, and community engagement.
• Visit Albury WodongacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional tourism partnership promoting Albury-Wodonga as a destination, managed under the Two Cities One Community initiative with dedicated tourism marketing.
• Invest Albury WodongacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional investment attraction partnership promoting business and economic development opportunities in the Albury-Wodonga region.
• Logic WodongaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustrial land development and business precinct managed by Wodonga Council for manufacturing and commercial operations.
• Halve WasteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerWaste reduction and recycling education partnership for the Wodonga community, promoting sustainability initiatives.
• The Cube WodongacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor arts and entertainment venue operated by Wodonga Council, hosting live performances, cinema, exhibitions, and community events.
• Hyphen Library GallerycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWodonga's contemporary library and gallery space offering cultural programs, exhibitions, community resources, and digital services.
• Bonegilla Migrant ExperiencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational Heritage-listed historic site managed by Wodonga Council, commemorating post-war migration with guided tours, exhibitions, and memorial plaques. Open Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 10am-4pm.
• Business WodongaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal business support network and directory providing resources and connections for businesses operating in Wodonga.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• City of Greater Bendigo: Large regional Victorian council serving a comparable population (~120,000). Operates Bendigo Art Gallery, Ulumbarra Theatre, aquatic centres, sports facilities, and waste services — a clear functional and structural analogue to Wodonga Council's portfolio.
• Mitchell Shire Council: Growth-corridor regional Victorian council north of Melbourne with similar demographic profile (growing population, family-oriented). Operates comparable aquatic/leisure centres, library services, and waste management.
• City of Ballarat: Major regional Victorian council with similar mix of heritage/cultural attractions (Sovereign Hill, Art Gallery of Ballarat), aquatic and recreation facilities, waste management, and planning/building services across a comparable regional catchment.
• Rural City of Wangaratta: Neighbouring north-east Victorian council of similar regional/rural character. Operates comparable municipal services including aquatic facilities, library and cultural venues, waste collection, and planning/building regulation across a similar geographic area.
• Latrobe City Council: Regional Victorian council (Gippsland) operating a similar suite of services including performing arts venues, aquatic centres, libraries, planning/building, and waste collection across a comparable regional population base.
• Warrnambool City Council: Regional Victorian coastal council with comparable population size and a similar service portfolio including aquatic/recreation facilities (Warrnambool Stadium, Aquazone), performing arts (Lighthouse Theatre), library, and planning/building services.
• Greater Shepparton City Council: Regional Victorian council of comparable scale serving an agricultural/border-area municipality. Operates aquatic centres, performing arts venues (Riverlinks), waste services, and planning/building functions with similar revenue mix of rates and grants.
• Albury Council: Neighbouring NSW local government authority and formal partner in the Two Cities One Community initiative. Provides the same suite of municipal services (rates, planning, waste, recreation, cultural venues) to the cross-border twin city, making it the closest comparable in scale and service mix.

Broad incumbents

• City of Greater Geelong: Much larger regional Victorian council (~270,000 population) with a comprehensive portfolio of cultural, recreational, planning, and economic development services. Relevant as a scale-up trajectory reference and direct functional analogue, though its larger catchment differs in dynamics.

Others

• Municipal Association of Victoria: Peak body representing all 79 Victorian local councils. Relevant as an enabling/ecosystem participant that advocates on rate-capping, grant funding, and shared services — directly shaping the operating environment for Wodonga Council.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/wodongacouncil
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCC6JVS9CBAhCkixC5_sWvZg
• Facebookfacebook.com/wodongacouncil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/economic-development-wodonga
• Instagraminstagram.com/wodongacouncil

Compliance7 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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