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Have Your Say: Draft Lower Western Bush Fire Risk Management Plan

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Have Your Say: Draft Lower Western Bush Fire Risk Management Plan

The 5-year plan to mitigate local bush fire risks in our community is now on public exhibition. We encourage all residents to review the draft and share their feedback by 5pm, Monday 22 June 2026.

Where to view the plan:

  • Online via the NSW RFS link below
  • Wentworth Shire Council Office – 61 Darling Street, Wentworth
  • Balranald Shire Council Office – 70 Market St, Balranald
  • Lower Western Fire Control Centre (Dareton) – 58-60 Mitchell Ave, Dareton

How to provide feedback: You submit a written response via email/post, or complete the short survey online.

View the plan and complete the survey here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/managing-bush-fire-risk/bush-fire-management-committees/lower-western-zone

 

Community Feedback Sought on Active Transport and School Routes

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Wentworth Shire Council has received funding from Transport for NSW to partner with Gol Gol Public School in delivering the Active Routes to School Program.

Project Progress

Council and school staff engaged Year 5 and 6 students in a mapping exercise during geography lessons to identify walking and cycling routes to and from school. This project will result in the establishment of designated walking and riding routes to Gol Gol Public School, supported by an Active Travel to School map and wayfinding infrastructure, including footpath decals and directional signage.

Community Consultation: Gol Gol and Buronga

As part of this project, Council is seeking feedback from residents of Gol Gol and Buronga, as well as parents, carers, and young people, about transport and travel within the local area.

Community feedback will assist Council to:

  • Understand current travel patterns.

  • Identify future opportunities to improve active transport infrastructure.

  • Provide data to support future funding applications and planning for active transport initiatives across the community.

Complete the Survey

The short survey is available on Council’s Engage platform. Residents are encouraged to participate and share their feedback before the closing date.

Link: engage.wentworth.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026

2026 Census (11 August 2026) – Every Answer Matters

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About the Census

Every five years, the Census counts every person and household in Australia.
Census data helps us understand how Australia is changing, and what we need now and in the future.
It shapes the services people use every day, like healthcare, education, public transport and community services.
That’s why the Australian Bureau of Statistics needs to hear from everyone who is in Australia on Census night, Tuesday 11 August 2026.

How to complete the Census

From late July, most households will get instructions with login information to complete the Census online at census.abs.gov.au

If you don’t get instructions by early August, you can request a Census number at census.abs.gov.au/help

You can request a paper form by visiting census.abs.gov.au/help or calling the ABS 24-hour automated paper form request service on 1800 130 250.

Some people in remote areas, and people experiencing homelessness, will be visited by Census staff.

The ABS will be offering Pop-up Hubs in public places, fill in the form sessions and information sessions from August.
Find out more at census.abs.gov.au/find-us

myGov users will have the option to subscribe to get updates and access the 2026 Census through myGov.
myGov is a simple and secure way to access government services online, all in one place. It will be just one way to access the 2026 Census. Find out more: info.census.abs.gov.au/about/myGov

Factsheet

This factsheet explains what the Census is, why it matters, and how to take part. Designed to be easy to understand and easy to share, it helps people to understand how they can complete the Census.

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Buronga Gol Gol Structure Plan 2026 Partial Review

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Draft Delivery Program 2026-2030 and Operational Plan 2026-2027

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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.

Have Your Say: Draft Lower Western Bush Fire Risk Management Plan

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Have Your Say: Draft Lower Western Bush Fire Risk Management Plan

The 5-year plan to mitigate local bush fire risks in our community is now on public exhibition. We encourage all residents to review the draft and share their feedback by 5pm, Monday 22 June 2026.

Where to view the plan:

  • Online via the NSW RFS link below
  • Wentworth Shire Council Office – 61 Darling Street, Wentworth
  • Balranald Shire Council Office – 70 Market St, Balranald
  • Lower Western Fire Control Centre (Dareton) – 58-60 Mitchell Ave, Dareton

How to provide feedback: You submit a written response via email/post, or complete the short survey online.

View the plan and complete the survey here: https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/plan-and-prepare/managing-bush-fire-risk/bush-fire-management-committees/lower-western-zone

Draft Complaints Management Policy

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Draft Access to Information Policy

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Draft Privacy Policy

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Project Update: Dawn Avenue Open Space Upgrade Completed – Feedback Requested

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Project Update: Dawn Avenue Open Space Upgrade Completed – Feedback Requested

Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Dawn Avenue Open Space and Public Shared Way in Gol Gol.

This project was delivered with the support of the NSW Government’s Resources for Regions (Round 9) programme. Since 2012, this initiative has provided vital infrastructure to regional communities, and the Dawn Avenue project represents a significant investment in the social and economic prosperity of the Gol Gol area.

Project Outcomes

The upgrade has transformed the area into a functional, natural landscape, featuring:

  • A professionally landscaped drainage basin.
  • New grassed areas for community recreation.
  • A public shared way designed for safe, inclusive access.

Your Feedback is Required

To fulfil our government reporting obligations and evaluate the success of this project, Council is seeking immediate feedback from residents. Your input is essential in helping us understand how the space is utilised and will inform future strategic land planning and subdivision developments in the region.

Due to strict project completion and reporting deadlines, Council apologises for the short consultation period and greatly appreciates your assistance in meeting these requirements.

Submissions Close: Friday 27 February 2026, at 4:00 pm.

Complete the Survey: https://engage.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/open-space-upgrade-dawn-ave-gol-gol