Wentworth Shire Council is encouraging local primary producers to register with Rural Aid to ensure they are prepared for future challenges. Rural Aid provides critical support to rural communities during times of storm, bushfire, flood, and drought. While many in the region may already be connected with the organisation, Rural Aid is urging those who […]
Lights flash on buses to warn motorists that buses are picking up and dropping off children.You must slow down to 40km/h when overtaking or passing a bus displaying flashing lights, unless a lower speed limit applies. You can help keep children safe by:🏫 Sticking to the speed limit and following the road rules in school […]
Major milestones reached for Wentworth’s Fibre Optic Symphonic Orchestra Construction on the region’s newest major cultural attraction, the Fibre Optic Symphonic Orchestra (FOSO), has entered its final stages, with significant civil works now nearing completion. A joint initiative between Wentworth Shire Council and Mildura Rural City Council, the project is on track to open to […]
Wentworth Shire Council welcomes new Australian citizens and announces 2026 Australia Day Award recipients Wentworth Shire Council welcomed four new Australian citizens and recognised the achievements of outstanding community members at its Australia Day 2026 Ceremony, held on Sunday 25 January 2026 at the Wentworth Visitor Information Centre Conference Room. Mayor of Wentworth Shire, Councillor […]
Wentworth Shire Marks National Day of Mourning Wentworth Shire Council joins communities across Australia in observing A National Day of Mourning on Thursday 22 January to honour the victims of the Bondi terrorist attack. Council will fly flags at half-mast as a mark of respect and remembrance for those who lost their lives, for their […]
Have Your Say on the Future of Wentworth Shire Libraries Council is inviting community feedback to help shape the future of library services across Wentworth Shire. We encourage residents, library users and community members to complete the Shaping Future Wentworth Shire Libraries survey. Your insights and ideas will play an important role in planning library […]
Wentworth Shire Council has announced the official details for the Wentworth Flood Rally (70 Years On), a three-day celebration to commemorate seventy years since the historic 1956 Murray–Darling Flood. The event will include an attempt to break the Australian record for the largest assembly of Ferguson TEA20 (“Little Grey Fergie”) tractors. The rally, to be […]
New Trail of Lights ticketing model launched ahead of the FOSO opening A new, combined Trail of Lights (TOL) and Fibre Optic Symphony Orchestra (FOSO) ticketing model is officially live following valuable community and visitor feedback. The new ticket model aims to provide a balance between affordability and the long-term viability of these world-class experiences […]
Draft Wentworth Flood Study Wentworth Shire Council gives public notice of the exhibition of the draft Wentworth Flood Study (combined Riverine and Major Overland Flow Study). The purpose for the Wentworth Flood Study is to define the nature of both riverine (Murray and Darling River flooding) and local catchment type flooding at the urban centres […]
To protect the health and safety of staff and the community, Council waste transfer stations will close on days when temperatures exceed 40 Celsius. The Buronga Landfill remains open per normal operating hours. Please check Council’s website and Facebook page for updates before visiting a transfer station during extreme weather conditions. Thank you for your […]