News and Media Releases

R2026/06 – Plant Operator/Labourer – Truck

R2026/04 – Senior Technology Support Officer

R2026/01 – Water & Wastewater Operator

Ellerslie Transfer Station Closed Sat 27th Dec

Due to a staff shortage, we will be unable to open the Ellerslie Transfer Station this coming Saturday (27th December 2025). We apologise for the inconvenience.

Double Demerits are in force this holiday period

Double demerits start 12.01am Wednesday 24 December and continue until 11:59pm Sunday 4 January 2026. NSW Police Force will target speeding, illegal mobile phone use, seatbelt and motorcycle helmet offences this holiday period.

☀️ SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED AT WENTWORTH SHIRE LIBRARIES! ☀️

☀️ SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED AT WENTWORTH SHIRE LIBRARIES! ☀️ We have a massive month of fun planned to kick off 2026! From Minecraft madness and messy crafts to movies, music, and storytime, there is something for everyone to enjoy this January. 👉 SWIPE THROUGH THE POSTERS to view the full calendar, dates, times, and […]

Blue-green algae

Public Exhibition – Draft Flood Study

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 […]

Buronga Pump Track closure notice

Buronga Pump Track closure notice The Advanced pump track in Buronga will be closed for the day on Friday 19 December. Council is installing a new timing sensor that will be available for public use once works are complete. This upgrade forms part of Council’s ongoing investment in improving facilities at the Buronga Riverfront Pump […]

Extreme Weather – Waste Transfer Stations

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 […]

Holiday Season Operating Hours 2025/26

Wentworth Shire Council extends best wishes to all residents for a safe and happy Christmas and New Year. Please note that Council offices and services will operate under altered arrangements during the holiday period. Office and Library Closures The following locations will be closed from the close of business on Wednesday 24 December 2025 and […]

Expect the unexpected on rural roads this summer