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
The Three-Bin Service Starts Today
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerToday marks the commencement of Wentworth Shire Council’s new three-bin kerbside collection service. Residents are encouraged to: The introduction of the service is an important step towards improving resource recovery across the region. For collection information, service details, FAQs and project updates, visit Three-Bin Kerbside Collection Service.
Use Only Approved Compostable Liners
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerTo help reduce contamination in the Food and Garden Organics stream, residents should only use Council-approved compostable liners in their kitchen caddy and green-lidded organics bin. The following items should not be placed in the organics bin: Only approved compostable liners break down correctly during processing and help ensure collected material can be successfully turned […]
Getting Started with Your Kitchen Caddy
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerThe kitchen caddy supplied as part of the three-bin service makes it easier to collect food scraps inside the home before transferring them to your green-lidded Food and Garden Organics bin. Using the caddy regularly can help reduce the amount of food waste going into the red-lidded general waste bin and improve the effectiveness of […]
R2026/48 – Assets Officer
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerThree-Bin Service Starts Monday 5 October
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerSome households may still be waiting on their information pack or red collection sticker. Council’s contractor has been delivering packs and stickers across the Shire, however some deliveries will continue into next week. If you have not yet received your pack or sticker, there is no need to be concerned. The new three-bin kerbside collection […]
Daylight Saving Time Begins This Weekend
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerResidents are reminded that daylight saving time begins this Sunday, 4 October 2026. At 2:00am on Sunday morning, clocks will move forward one hour to 3:00am. Daylight saving time applies in New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and the Australian Capital Territory. Most smartphones, computers and connected devices will update automatically. However, residents may […]
Labour Day Public Holiday Service Arrangements
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council advises residents and visitors of changed operating hours for Council services during the Labour Day Public Holiday on Monday 5 October 2026. Normal hours of operation will resume on Tuesday 6 October 2026. While many Council services will be closed for the public holiday, some facilities will remain open. Closed on Monday […]
Motorcycle Awareness Month – October 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council is supporting Motorcycle Awareness Month throughout October. Motorcycle Awareness Month is an initiative of the Motorcycle Council of NSW, supported by Transport for NSW. The campaign encourages drivers to look out for motorcycles and promotes safe riding practices among motorcycle and scooter riders. Motorcycle and scooter riders face greater risks on the […]
C45 – Is this your cat?
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council currently has an animal in its care that was recently found, seized, or surrendered. Please view the post for a photo and description. If you are the owner, contact Council on (03) 5027 5027.
Road Services Review | Feedback period closing 2 October
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council is seeking feedback from residents and road users on road maintenance services across the Shire as part of its Road Services Review. The review will help Council understand community expectations, identify service priorities and inform future infrastructure planning and investment decisions. Community feedback will be considered alongside operational data and asset management […]
C44 – Is this your cat?
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council currently has an animal in its care that was recently found, seized, or surrendered. Please view the post for a photo and description. If you are the owner, contact Council on (03) 5027 5027.
Additional General Waste Bin Applications Open in February
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerCouncil understands that some households may be concerned about moving to a fortnightly general waste collection. Residents are encouraged to begin using the new three-bin service and make full use of the food and garden organics and recycling bins before deciding whether additional general waste capacity is required. Applications for additional general waste bins will […]
Understanding the New Collection Schedule
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerFrom Monday 5 October 2026, households across Wentworth Shire will have access to a three-bin kerbside collection service. Under the new schedule: Your collection day will remain the same. Residents can find collection details in their launch pack and collection calendar. Becoming familiar with the new schedule before launch day will help ensure the correct […]
Information in Your Launch Pack Is Correct for Wentworth Shire
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerCouncil has received enquiries about differences between information displayed on some bin lids and information contained within launch packs distributed to residents. Residents should follow the magnet, collection calendar and printed information provided as part of their launch pack, as these materials contain the information specific to Wentworth Shire’s three-bin kerbside collection service. Where differences […]
R2026/47 – Companion Animals Officer
/by Marketing & Communications Officer