NSW Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night

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Thank you for joining us!

Wentworth Shire Council extends its thanks to everyone who attended the NSW Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night on Friday 11 April. The event, organised by students of Coomealla High School with support from Council, was a celebration of youth, creativity and community.

We value your feedback. By completing the short survey below, you will help us improve future events and ensure they continue to reflect the interests and needs of young people in our region.

Please take a moment to share your thoughts.

Thank you for attending the 2025 NSW Youth Week Outdoor Cinema event. This event was organised by students of Coomealla High School with the assistance of Wentworth Shire Council.

Your feedback helps us improve future events and ensure we provide the most relevant information to the community.

Please take a few minutes to complete this short survey.

Double Demerits 17-21 April 2025

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Double demerits are in force Thursday April 17 till Monday April 21 2025 inclusive.
Get caught speeding, using a mobile phone illegally, not wearing or incorrectly wearing a seatbelt or motorcycle helmet this long weekend and you’ll face double the points.

Double demerits start at midnight tonight and continues until 11:59pm Monday 21 April 2025.

Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night – A Fantastic Evening in Gol Gol

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Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to share the success of the Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night held on Friday 11 April 2025 at Gol Gol Football Oval.

More than 300 attendees gathered for an evening of entertainment under the stars, enjoying perfect weather and a relaxed atmosphere as part of the NSW Youth Week 2025 celebrations.

The event was proudly supported by Wentworth Shire Council, with organisational assistance from Wentworth Shire Libraries.

Council extends its congratulations to the students of Coomealla High School, whose collaboration and enthusiasm played a key role in delivering a memorable event for young people in the region.

A short highlights video from the night is available to view below.

Support Wentworth: 2025 NSW Tiny Tourism Town Finalist

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As school holiday visitors explore our region, Council encourages locals and guests to support Wentworth in the NSW Top Tourism Town Awards. Voting closes 11.59pm, Sunday 4 May.

VOTE NOW

Arumpo Road Re-opening today at 4pm

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Wentworth Shire Council advises that Arumpo Road will re-open to all traffic from 4pm today, Friday 11 April 2025.

The road was temporarily closed from the Wamberra Road intersection through to the Euston Prungle Road intersection to allow for the final stage of bitumen sealing works (24.5km).

Council thanks the community for its patience and cooperation during the closure.

Slow down for roadworkers

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Please slow down around road works, and look after people, like Ned, who are making our roads safer.

Vote for Wentworth: 2025 NSW Tiny Tourism Town Finalist

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Wentworth is a proud finalist in the Tiny Tourism Town category of the 2025 NSW Top Tourism Town Awards.
Voting is open now and closes at 11.59pm on Sunday 4 May.

Support our community by voting online and celebrating what makes our town unique.

VOTE NOW

Buronga Houseboat Effluent Disposal System Reopened

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Repairs to the Buronga Houseboat Effluent Disposal System (EDS) have now been completed following maintenance on Thursday 3 April.

Wentworth Shire Council advises that the system is once again operational and available for use.

Council thanks houseboat owners and operators for their patience during the closure and for using the Dareton EDS while works were underway.

🚧 COMMUNITY UPDATE – WENTWORTH BRIDGE NOW OPERATIONAL 🚧

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🚧 COMMUNITY UPDATE – WENTWORTH BRIDGE NOW OPERATIONAL 🚧

Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to advise that the Wentworth Bridge is now fully operational following recent repairs.

Bridge lifts have resumed as per the standard schedule with a minimum of four hours’ notice:

Monday to Friday: 9.30am, 11.30am, 2.30pm
Weekends & Public Holidays: 9.30am, 11.30am, 2.30pm, 5.00pm .

To book a bridge lift, please call (03) 5027 5027 and provide:

  • Date and time required
  • Bridge to be lifted
  • Caller’s name and mobile number
  • Captain’s name and mobile number
  • Vessel name and height

Thank you for your patience while repairs were underway.

Wentworth Houseboat Effluent Disposal System Reopened

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Repairs to the Wentworth Houseboat Effluent Disposal System (EDS) in Adams Street have now been completed following fire damage to the gangway structure earlier this year.

Wentworth Shire Council advises that the system is once again operational and available for use.

Council thanks houseboat owners and operators for their patience during the closure and for using the Dareton EDS while works were underway.