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How to stay safe during a heatwave

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The following is shared from the NSW Ambulance website. Heatwaves are periods of unusually high temperatures that can last for several days. They may pose serious risks to your health. Tips to cope with the heat: Where to find reliable information When to call Triple Zero (000) Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if someone shows […]

Early Landfill Closure this week

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Due to extreme heat conditions this week. The Buronga Landfill will be closing early at 1.00pm on Wed 7th, Thu 8th and Fri 9th of January. If you need to visit the landfill, please ensure you get in by 12.00pm to allow staff to compact and cover the loads.

Wentworth Sewer Rehabilitation – Asset Inspection Continuation

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Wentworth Shire Council would like to inform the residents of Wentworth that Contractor Insituform will continue to under an asset inspection of the sewer network in Wentworth township.  The asset inspection is of the old (1950’s) clay sewer pipes and access pits.  Asset inspection will not occur in the East portion of Wentworth township. Asset […]

Buronga EDS Closed Temporarily

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BURONGA HOUSEBOAT EFFLUENT DISPOSAL SYSTEM (EDS) CLOSED The Buronga EDS is currently undergoing maintenance. Houseboat owners are directed to use the Dareton Effluent Disposal System until further advise from Council.

NSW RFS Declares Bushfire Danger Period

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NSW RFS Declares Bushfire Danger Period Tuesday the 1st of October 2024 will mark the official start of the Lower Western statutory Bush Fire Danger Period (BFDP) with the RFS urging residents to ensure they are as prepared as possible. Lower Western District Manager Superintendent Steve Walker is reminding Wentworth and Balranald Shire residents that […]