Archive for month: January, 2026
Double Demerits are in force this holiday period
Double demerits start 12.01am Friday 23 January and continue until 11:59pm Monday 26 January 2026.
NSW Police Force will target speeding, illegal mobile phone use, seatbelt and motorcycle helmet offences this long weekend.
Service Changes and Safety Advice for Extreme Heat (24–30 Jan)
Due to the extreme heat conditions forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology—with peaks of 46°C on Monday and 48°C on Tuesday—Wentworth Shire Council is implementing temporary changes to waste facility hours.
🗑️ Waste Facility Operating Hours
Please note the following changes:
| Facility | Status (Sat 24 – Friday 30 Jan) |
| Buronga Landfill | OPEN DAILY: 6:00am – 1:00pm (Last entry 12:45pm sharp). |
| Dareton Transfer Station | OPEN: Saturday 24 January (9am-12pm) OPEN: Thursday 29 January (9am-12pm) |
| Wentworth Transfer Station | OPEN: Sunday 25 January (9am-12pm) OPEN: Wednesday 28 January (9am-12pm) |
| Ellerslie Transfer Station | CLOSED |
| Pomona Tip | OPEN: Friday 30 January (9am-12pm) |
🔥 Fire Danger & Outdoor Safety
- Mowing and Machinery: Please avoid mowing or slashing. The risk of starting a grass fire is high.
- Travel Safety: If you must travel, ensure your vehicle is road worthy and carry water.
- No Fires: Adhere to all fire bans.
🏥 How to Stay Safe
- Stay Cool: Use fans/AC or seek cool spaces like libraries or shops.
- Hydrate: Drink plenty of water.
- Check on Others: Look after elderly relatives and neighbours.
When to Call Triple Zero (000)
Call 000 immediately if someone shows signs of heatstroke: Nausea, confusion, unconsciousness, lack of sweating, or high body temperature (>40°C).
Australia Day Public Holiday Closure – Monday 26 January 2026
Public Holiday Closure – Monday 26 January 2026
Wentworth Shire Council services including Customer Service Centres, Buronga Animal Shelter, Council Depot, Workshop, Stores, Libraries and Waste Facilities (excluding Buronga Landfill) will be closed on Monday 26 January 2026 for the Australia Day Public Holiday.
Wentworth Visitor Information Centre (including Junction Café) will be open from 9am-1pm. Buronga Landfill remains open for community access with revised operating hours due to the extreme heat forecast. Open 6am to 1:00pm (last entry 12pm sharp).
For emergencies including blocked public drains, damage to local roads, animal control or fallen trees within Council’s parks and reserves, please call (03) 5027 5027.
In life-threatening emergencies, or for urgent help from Police, Fire or Ambulance services, call 000 (Triple Zero).
Urgent Community Notice – Temporary Closure of Midway Centre
Please be advised that the Midway Service Centre and Midway Library will be closed for the remainder of today, Thursday, 22 January 2026.
This temporary closure is due to unforeseen access concerns.
Council sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
For urgent Council enquiries, please contact 03 5027 5027.
