Contact Council
(incl. after hours emergencies)
(03) 5027 5027
PO Box 81, Wentworth NSW 2648
Locations
Wentworth Main Office
61 Darling Street WENTWORTH
Hours: Mon - Fri 8.30am-5pm
Midway Service Centre
3 Midway Drive BURONGA
Hours: Mon - Fri
8.30am–12pm & 1pm-5pm
Council’s Financial Assistance Program is open for FY25/26
/by Marketing & CommunicationsApplications for the first round of funding for the 2025/26 financial year are now open. Community groups, school groups, charitable and not-for-profit organisations within our Shire should consider their funding requests for the 2025/26 financial year. To be considered at the 20 August Ordinary Council Meeting, applications must be submitted to Council by 5pm, Thursday […]
Event Funding Program 2025 now open
/by Marketing & CommunicationsPlanning an event in Wentworth Shire? The Event Funding Program for 2025/2026 is now open. Council is looking to support events that bring our community together and showcase our wonderful region. Funding is available for major events (up to $30,000) and minor events (up to $5,000). For further details, including the Event Funding Policy, Program […]
Building Confidence to Save a Life
/by Marketing & CommunicationsBuilding Confidence to Save a LifeRecently, residents from Pooncarie, Ellerslie, Wentworth and Fort Courage took part in free CPR and AED training sessions, gaining hands-on skills in emergency response protocols, CPR for both adults and infants, and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). These practical, face-to-face sessions were led by Brenton Chatterton, Intensive Care […]
Temporary Access Update – Darling Street, Wentworth
/by Marketing & CommunicationsTemporary Access Update – Darling Street, Wentworth Wentworth Shire Council advises that concreting works will be carried out on Darling Street between Community Bank Wentworth & District and the Crown Hotel from Monday 30 June to Friday 4 July. Access to local businesses will remain available throughout the works: Council appreciates the community’s understanding and […]
Wentworth Services Expo 2025: Linking Our Community with Service Providers
/by Marketing & CommunicationsWentworth Shire Council is pleased to announce the upcoming Wentworth Services Expo, to be held at the Midway Community Centre (3 Midway Drive, Buronga) on Thursday 17 July 2025, from 12pm to 2pm for the general community. This important event is designed to foster connection, collaboration and resilience by bringing together residents, community service providers […]
Blue-green algae
/by Marketing & CommunicationsR2025/27 – Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling)
/by Marketing & CommunicationsWentworth Sewer Rehabilitation
/by Marketing & CommunicationsSewer Asset Relining to RecommenceWentworth Shire Council would like to inform the residents of Wentworth, that contractor Insituform will be undertaking sewer relining work. Sewer relining will only occur in the west portion of Wentworth township. A recent inspection of the 1950’s sewer has determined sections that are cracked and in need of repair. A […]
Board Vacancy – Pooncarie Hospital Reserve Land Manager
/by Marketing & CommunicationsThe Minister for Lands and Property is seeking nominations for board appointments to the Pooncarie Hospital Reserve Land Manager. This volunteer board plays an essential role in the care and management of Crown land, helping to maintain vital public assets such as local halls, showgrounds and reserves. Appointments are voluntary for a term of up […]
Buronga Effluent Disposal Station – Smart Fill Unit Upgrades
/by Marketing & CommunicationsThe Buronga Effluent Disposal Station will not be operational from 7am Monday 23 June until 5pm Monday 30 June 2025. The station will be fitted with a “Smart Fill Unit”, to be consistent with the system installed over 12 months ago at the Wentworth Effluent Disposal Station. During the initial trial period the station will […]
Midway Centre Bendigo Bank Agency – Temporary Change to Opening Days
/by Marketing & CommunicationsMidway Centre Bendigo Bank Agency – Temporary Change to Opening Days Due to ongoing staff shortages, the Midway Centre Bendigo Bank Agency in Buronga will now operate on Thursdays and Fridays only each week for the next five to eight weeks, commencing Friday 13 June 2025. Opening hours remain unchanged:10:00am–12:00noon and 1:00pm–4:00pm Alternate banking services […]
Privacy Awareness Week NSW 2025
/by Marketing & CommunicationsPrivacy Awareness Week is a global campaign that involves both public sector agencies and citizens and aims to improve understanding and awareness of NSW privacy legislation, and to raise awareness of a person’s privacy rights and agency obligations. Privacy Awareness Week NSW takes place from 16 – 22 June 2025 and this year’s theme is […]
Wentworth Visitor Centre Crowned State’s Best in Prestigious Infrastructure Awards!
/by Marketing & CommunicationsWentworth Visitor Centre Crowned State’s Best in Prestigious Infrastructure Awards! Wentworth Shire Council is thrilled to announce that the Wentworth Visitor Centre has won a prestigious state award. Last night, at a gala ceremony in Sydney, the community’s landmark facility won the Asset and Infrastructure – Over $1.5 million – Under 50K Population category at […]
Double Demerits 6-9 June 2025
/by Marketing & CommunicationsDouble demerits are in force Friday June 6 till Monday June 9, 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 9 June 2025.
Attendee Feedback – Safe Towing Workshop
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