Ellerslie Transfer Station Closed

Ellerslie Transfer Station Closed Sat 27th Dec

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Due to a staff shortage, we will be unable to open the Ellerslie Transfer Station this coming Saturday (27th December 2025). We apologise for the inconvenience.

Double Demerits are in force this holiday period

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Double demerits start 12.01am Wednesday 24 December and continue until 11:59pm Sunday 4 January 2026.

NSW Police Force will target speeding, illegal mobile phone use, seatbelt and motorcycle helmet offences this holiday period.

☀️ SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED AT WENTWORTH SHIRE LIBRARIES! ☀️

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☀️ SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED AT WENTWORTH SHIRE LIBRARIES! ☀️

We have a massive month of fun planned to kick off 2026! From Minecraft madness and messy crafts to movies, music, and storytime, there is something for everyone to enjoy this January.

👉 SWIPE THROUGH THE POSTERS to view the full calendar, dates, times, and location details for every event!

⚠️ Important: Some sessions have limited spaces and bookings are essential. Check the individual flyers to see which events require registration.

📞 To Book: Contact your local library directly or email: 📧 events@wentworth.nsw.gov.au

We can’t wait to see you there! 👋

✂️ LIBRARY CRAFTERNOON 🖌️ Spend the afternoon creating, decorating, and making cool stuff with us! A perfect way to get creative this holiday. 📍 Midway Library: Thursday 8th Jan | 2pm – 4pm 📍 Wentworth Library: Friday 16th Jan | 2pm – 4pm See you there!
⛏️ MEGA MINECRAFT MADNESS ⛏️ Brace yourselves! We are going full chaos with random chickens, lava, and absolutely ZERO chill. 🎮 📍 Wentworth Library: Tuesday 13th Jan | 10am – 11:30am 📍 Midway Library: Thursday 15th Jan | 2pm – 3:30pm ⚠️ Bookings Essential! Email events@wentworth.nsw.gov.au or contact your local library.
🍿 MOVIE AFTERNOON! 🍿 Beat the heat and join us for a free screening of The Smurfs! We’re providing the popcorn, you just bring your own drink and snacks. 📍 Wentworth Library: Friday 9th Jan @ 2pm 📍 Midway Library: Monday 19th Jan @ 2pm Note: Attendees must be supervised.
🎨 DARETON MULTI-GEN MESSTIVAL 🎨 Get ready for messy crafts and big fun for all ages! The best part? You don’t have to clean up the mess at home! 😉 📍 Dareton Library: Wednesday 14th Jan | 10am – 12pm ⚠️ Bookings Required. Email events@wentworth.nsw.gov.au to save your spot!
👶 TINY EXPLORERS (Under 5s) 🧸 Calling all our mini friends! Join us for a fun, interactive session designed specifically for children aged 5 and under. 📍 Midway Library: Tuesday 20th Jan | 9:30am – 10:30am ⚠️ Bookings Required. Email events@wentworth.nsw.gov.au or visit the library to book.
🥁 DRUMMING WORKSHOP 🎶 Make some noise with Sunraysia Arts! Join our fun, interactive drumming workshop. 📍 Midway Library: Wednesday 21st Jan | 10:30am – 11:30am 📍 Wentworth Library: Friday 23rd Jan | 10:30am – 11:30am ⚠️ Bookings Essential! Please contact your local library or email events@wentworth.nsw.gov.au.
🎒 BACK TO SCHOOL STORYTIME 📚 Help us farewell the holidays and get ready for the new school year! Join us for a special storytime session. 📍 Midway & Wentworth Libraries: Friday 30th Jan | 10am – 11am No bookings required – just drop in!

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Public Exhibition – Draft Flood Study

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Draft Wentworth Flood Study

Wentworth Shire Council gives public notice of the exhibition of the draft Wentworth Flood Study (combined Riverine and Major Overland Flow Study). The purpose for the Wentworth Flood Study is to define the nature of both riverine (Murray and Darling River flooding) and local catchment type flooding at the urban centres of Wentworth, Dareton, Buronga and Gol Gol.   

The following documents will be exhibited on engage Wentworth & Surrounds and in Council Administration offices:

  • Draft Wentworth Flood Study Report Volume 1 
  • Draft Wentworth Flood Study Figures Volume 2

The exhibition documents will be on display from Monday 22 December 2025 to Wednesday 11 February 2026.

If you wish to make a written submission, either by email, by council website, in person or post, submissions are to be received by 5:00pm, Wednesday 11 February 2026. Any submissions received may be made public unless a request to withhold is made.

Any enquiries or requests for copies of the exhibition documents should be directed to the Health and Planning Department by phoning (03) 5027 5027 or email: council@wentworth.nsw.gov.au           

Buronga Pump Track closure notice

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Buronga Pump Track closure notice

The Advanced pump track in Buronga will be closed for the day on Friday 19 December.

Council is installing a new timing sensor that will be available for public use once works are complete. This upgrade forms part of Council’s ongoing investment in improving facilities at the Buronga Riverfront Pump Track.

The track will reopen as soon as installation is finalised. Council thanks the community for its patience while this improvement is carried out.

Extreme Weather – Waste Transfer Stations

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To protect the health and safety of staff and the community, Council waste transfer stations will close on days when temperatures exceed 40 Celsius. The Buronga Landfill remains open per normal operating hours.

Please check Council’s website and Facebook page for updates before visiting a transfer station during extreme weather conditions.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Holiday Season Operating Hours 2025/26

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Wentworth Shire Council extends best wishes to all residents for a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. Please note that Council offices and services will operate under altered arrangements during the holiday period.

Office and Library Closures

The following locations will be closed from the close of business on Wednesday 24 December 2025 and will reopen on Monday 5 January 2026:

  • Main Administration Office, 61 Darling Street, Wentworth
  • Midway Service Centre, Buronga
  • Council Libraries at Midway, Dareton and Wentworth
  • Council Workshop, Short Street, Wentworth

Waste and Visitor Services

Landfill and Waste Transfer Stations
Closed on:

  • Thursday 25 December 2025 (Christmas Day)
  • Friday 26 December 2025 (Boxing Day)
  • Thursday 1 January 2026 (New Year’s Day)

Normal operating hours apply on all other days.

Wentworth Visitor Information Centre
Closed on:

  • Thursday 25 December 2025
  • Friday 26 December 2025
  • Thursday 1 January 2026

On Wednesday 31 December 2025, the centre will operate reduced hours from 8.30am to 1.30pm. Normal hours apply on all other days.

Depot Store
Operating reduced hours from 6.30am to 11.30am on:

  • Monday 29 December 2025
  • Tuesday 30 December 2025
  • Wednesday 31 December 2025
  • Friday 2 January 2026

Urgent Matters

For urgent after-hours matters, please contact Council on 03 5027 5027.
Non-urgent emails sent to council@wentworth.nsw.gov.au will be responded to when staff return on Monday 5 January 2026.

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