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 Last Daughter screening and Walking Together on Country with Aunty Brenda Matthews
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWestern Landcare NSW is hosting Aunty Brenda Matthews in Wentworth Shire from Monday 30 November to Wednesday 2 December 2026 for a free program of film, on-Country learning and conversation. Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to support the visit. The Last Daughter – free community screeningMonday 30 November 2026, 5.30pmMidway Centre, 3 Midway Drive, Buronga […]
Wentworth Library closure – 2 and 3 November 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Library closure – 2 and 3 November 2026 Wentworth Shire Council advises that Wentworth Library has closed for the remainder of Monday, 2 November 2026. The library will remain closed on Tuesday, 3 November and will reopen on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. The eLibrary remains available during the closure: https://www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/community/libraries/elibrary/ Council apologises for any […]
Domestic hard waste kerbside collection – two dates remaining for 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerEligible households can book one free domestic hard waste kerbside collection per calendar year. Two collection dates remain for 2026: Wednesday 11 November and Wednesday 25 November 2026 (the final collection for the year). Accepted items (up to 2m x 2m x 1m per eligible address): Not accepted: hazardous chemicals, oil, fuel and other liquids; […]
How to place your bins for collection
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWith three bins now on the kerb, correct placement helps Cleanaway’s trucks collect every bin safely and on time. In urban areas, place bins on the nature strip or footpath 10–100cm from the kerb. In rural areas, place bins 1.5–2m from the edge of the sealed road or graded shoulder. Which bins go out each […]
Council services closed Tuesday 3 November (Union Picnic Day)
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerAll Wentworth Shire Council services will be closed on Tuesday 3 November 2026 for Union Picnic Day. Services will reopen on Wednesday 4 November 2026. The closure includes: Tuesday 3 November is also Wentworth Cup Race Day. The 11:30am bridge lifts will not operate at the Wentworth and Abbotsford bridges. For after-hours emergencies such as […]
Little Bookworms Grandparents Day
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerLittle Bookworms Grandparents Day Wentworth Library is hosting a special Little Bookworms session for Grandparents Day on Friday 6 November 2026. Come along for stories, songs and a Teddy Bear picnic celebrating the special people in our lives. Morning tea will be provided and bookings are essential. Event details For further information, event time or […]
Meet the Author: Darry Fraser
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerMeet the Author: Darry Fraser Wentworth Library will host Australian author Darry Fraser for a Meet the Author event on Monday 23 November 2026. Join Darry Fraser at Wentworth Library for an evening author event, with light refreshments provided. Event details For further information or to make a booking, contact Wentworth Library on (03) 5027 […]
R2026/49 – Customer Service Officer
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerTwo weeks left to nominate for the 2027 Australia Day Awards
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerTwo weeks left to nominate for the 2027 Australia Day Awards There are two weeks left to nominate an individual, community group or organisation for the 2027 Australia Day Awards, with nominations closing at 5:00pm on Friday 13 November 2026. The awards provide an opportunity to recognise individuals and organisations for their contribution to the […]
R2026/48 – Assets Officer – Re-advertised
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerGol Gol Carols with a Twist | Sunday 6 December 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerChristmas is coming to Gol Gol 🎶🎄 Gather family and friends for Gol Gol Carols with a Twist at Carramar Drive Sporting Complex on Sunday 6 December. Enjoy an evening of Christmas carols, roaming entertainment, food options and festive activities. 📅 Sunday 6 December🕕 6:00pm–9:00pm📍 Carramar Drive Sporting Complex, Gol Gol Make more of your […]
Darling River Christmas Makers Market | Sunday 29 November 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerChristmas shopping, local makers and a morning by the Darling River 🎄 The Darling River Christmas Makers Market returns to Adelaide Street, Wentworth on Sunday 29 November. From 9:00am to 1:00pm, enjoy: 🎨 Local artists and market stalls🎵 Live music🍴 Food vendors🎄 Kids activities🧩 Community mosaic workshop Come along, find something local for Christmas and […]
Community Invited to Celebrate Christmas and Explore Local Across Wentworth Shire
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council invites residents and visitors to celebrate the Christmas season, with Council and community-run events taking place across Wentworth and Gol Gol from late November through to Christmas Eve. The festive program begins with Council’s Darling River Christmas Makers Market on Sunday 29 November from 9:00am to 1:00pm in Adelaide Street, Wentworth. The market […]
Motorcycle Awareness Month: manage speed, braking and fatigue
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerRoad and weather conditions can change during a journey. Riders should travel within the speed limit and choose a speed that suits the road surface, visibility, traffic and weather. Motorcycles can require more time and distance to stop under some conditions. Riders should maintain a safe following distance, brake early and avoid harsh braking where […]
Closure of all Council Services – Tuesday 3 November 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerCLOSURE OF ALL COUNCIL SERVICESTuesday 3 November 2026 All Wentworth Shire Council services including customer service centres, Buronga Animal Shelter, Council Depot,workshop, stores, libraries, waste facilities, Wentworth Visitor Information Centre and Junction Café will be closedon Tuesday, 3 November 2026 for the Union Picnic Day and will re-open on Wednesday, 4 November 2026. For emergencies […]