An extreme heatwave is forecast across the next 4 days, with conditions possibly extending into Saturday 10 January 2026. Keep cool, stay hydrated, plan ahead, visit one of the Shire's Cool Relief Spaces, and keep updated on the Bureau of Meteorology website.
Indigo's Cool Relief Spaces
Due to the dangerous conditions, Beechworth and Rutherglen Transfer Stations will be closed Saturday 10 January. They will be open on Sunday and Monday 1-5pm.
Visit Transfer Stations now
There are five skate parks in our Shire located in Beechworth, Rutherglen, Yackandandah and Tangambalanga.
Each caters for a number of skill levels with plenty of seating if you want to watch the action from the sidelines.