Archive for year: 2026
Rural Road Safety Month – Animals on Country Roads
Look out, animals about!
When driving in rural or regional areas, slow down,follow warning signs and stay alert – particularly around dusk or dawn.
More info https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/road-users/drivers/animals
New Front End Recycling Facility now open at Buronga Landfill
New Front End Recycling Facility now open at Buronga Landfill
Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to announce the opening of the Front End Recycling Facility at the Buronga Landfill.
This facility is designed to improve resource recovery and offer cost savings for residents. By utilising the Front End Recycling Facility, you can drop off eligible free-to-deposit items before your vehicle is weighed, reducing your overall waste disposal costs.
Items accepted at the Front End Recycling Facility prior to the weighbridge:
- Cardboard
- Co-mingle recycling
- Scrap metal
- Waste oil
- Drum Muster containers
- Community Recycling Centre items
- Round Again reusable items
Community Recycling Centre
Provided by the Environment Protection Authority, the Community Recycling Centre is located within the facility for the safe disposal of problem household waste. Accepted items include fluorescent bulbs, water and oil-based paints, household and car batteries, fire extinguishers, gas bottles, aerosol cans, and non-motor oils.
Round Again Reusables
The facility accepts items for the Round Again programme. Items must be in clean and working order so they can be sold at Round Again.
Accepted items include:
- Furniture, including outdoor settings, that is not broken, stained or torn.
- Vintage items and collectables.
- Sporting goods such as fishing rods, tackle boxes, cricket bats, tennis racquets, golf clubs and balls, soccer and footballs.
- Camping items and BBQs.
- Household items and bric-a-brac including pots, pans, dinner sets, cutlery, glasses, cups, and utensils.
- Paintings and pictures.
- Building materials including timber, steel, second-hand doors, security and screen doors, bricks, pavers, tiles, plumbing fixtures and fittings, and shade cloth.
- White paint, which Council reuses to paint surveyor pegs.
- CDs, DVDs, Blu-rays, records and cassettes.
- Mobility aids including walkers, crutches, toilet seats, and commode chairs.
- Garden items and tools, including cordless, rechargeable and petrol mowers, whipper snippers, plants, and empty pots.
- Children’s and adult bikes.
- Electrical wire and tools.
- E-waste.
- Televisions, excluding very old Cathode Ray Televisions.
- DVD, Blu-ray and CD players.
- Computers and PC monitors 24 inches and larger.
- Stereos and speakers.
- Xbox and PlayStation consoles and games.
Items that are not accepted include children’s car seats, baby cots, mattresses, clothing, life jackets, bike and motorbike helmets, printers, and car and household batteries. Please note that batteries must be directed to the Community Recycling Centre.
Council thanks the community for their cooperation in sorting waste and supporting local recycling initiatives.
Draft Delivery Program 2026-2030 and Operational Plan 2026-2027
Public Notice: Exhibition of Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan
In accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1993, notice is hereby given that Wentworth Shire Council has placed the following documents on public display for a period of 28 days:
- Draft Delivery Program 2026-2030 (Year 2 of 4)
- Draft Operational Plan 2026-2027, incorporating the:
- Annual Statement of Revenue
- Annual Fees and Charges Schedule
Where to view the documents:
Copies of these documents are available to view at the following locations:
Wentworth Shire Council Office: 61 Darling Street, Wentworth
Midway Service Centre: 3 Midway Drive, Buronga
Online: View the draft documents on the engage Wentworth & Surrounds website.
Have your say
Submissions may be made to Council in writing and must be received no later than Monday, 15 June 2026.
All submissions will be considered prior to the adoption of these documents at the June Council meeting on Wednesday 24 June 2026.
Submissions can be made in the following ways:
- In person: At the Wentworth Shire offices listed above
- By mail: PO Box 81, Wentworth NSW 2648
- By email: council@wentworth.nsw.gov.au
All submissions will be considered prior to the adoption of these documents at the Council meeting on Wednesday, 24 June 2026.
Free Digital Newspapers Now Available at Wentworth Shire Libraries
Free Digital Newspapers Now Available at Wentworth Shire Libraries
Wentworth Shire Council is excited to announce that library members now have free, instant access to a wide range of digital newspapers through the BorrowBox app!
In addition to our popular collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, your library membership now features an ePress section. This new addition offers digital editions of bestselling eNewspapers from around the world , including The Sydney Morning Herald , The Age , The Saturday Paper, and many more. Whether you are after the latest headlines, weekend reads, or international news, it is all just a tap away.
How to access eNewspapers on BorrowBox:
- Download the app: Find the free BorrowBox app in the App Store or Google Play.
- Log in: Enter your Wentworth Shire Library card number and PIN.
- Open ePress: Tap on the ePress section in the app to explore the collection.
- Browse and borrow: Download your favourites to read anytime, anywhere!
All you need is your library membership to get started. Not a member yet? You can start the membership process by visiting any of our library branches.
Start exploring your all-in-one digital library today: https://wentworth.borrowbox.com/
No smartphone or tablet? No problem!
Wentworth Library has a dedicated computer set up specifically for anyone to access the ePress BorrowBox library. Simply visit the library to read for free on this computer.
Project Update: Fibre Optic Symphonic Orchestra (FOSO) Opening Delayed
Project Update: Fibre Optic Symphonic Orchestra (FOSO) Opening Delayed
The opening of the Fibre Optic Symphonic Orchestra (FOSO) has been rescheduled to Friday 24 April 2026 following severe weather across the Wentworth and Mildura region.
Initially set to open for the 2026 Easter long weekend, the site has been heavily impacted by record rainfall in late February and early March. A deluge of approximately 250mm has resulted in boggy conditions and ground surface damage adjacent to the Perry Sandhills.
While the weather has impacted the construction programme, Bruce Munro’s Studio and supporting team are continuing to progress the installation of the 80 columns of light and complex fibre optic systems.
Key Information for Visitors
- New Opening Date: Friday 24 April 2026.
- Ticket Holders: Current ticket holders affected by the delay have been contacted.
- Enquiries: All ticketing changes and refund enquiries are being processed by the Mildura Visitor Information Centre on (03) 5018 8380.
- Easter Period: The Trail of Lights in Mildura remains open over the Easter period as a complementary experience.
Wentworth Shire Council and Mildura Rural City Council appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the long-term integrity of this world-class attraction. Read the full media release below.