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
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 […]
D49 – Is this your dog?
/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.
Suspension of Alcohol-Free Zone ~ 3 November 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerSUSPENSION OF ALCOHOL-FREE ZONENotice is hereby given that the Wentworth Shire Council is to suspend the alcohol-free zone temporarily at the Wentworth District Rowing Club and immediate lawn area for a gathering of the Sunraysia Sport Aircraft Club and The Piper Society between the hours of 5pm to 11pm Tuesday 3 November 2026. A map […]
Midway Library Early Closure – Friday, 30 October 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council wishes to advise the community that Midway Library will operate from 8:30am to 12:00pm only on Friday, 30 October 2026. The early closure will allow library staff to prepare for the Halloween Party being held that evening at Wentworth Town Hall. Halloween Party Date: Friday, 30 October 2026Time: 5:30pm to 7:00pmLocation: Wentworth […]
Bin Collection Reminder for Next Week (26–30 October 2026)
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerAs we head into the fourth week of Wentworth Shire’s new three-bin service, here’s a reminder of which bins to place out on your usual collection day next week. ✅ FOGO (green lid) – collected weekly✅ Recycling (yellow lid) – collected next week (26–30 October 2026)❌ General Waste (red sticker) – collected the following week […]
R2026/41 – Plant Operator/Labourer (Waste Recycling) – Re-advertised
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerCommunity Survey Now Open for Wentworth Flood Risk Management Study and Plan
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council is inviting residents, landowners and businesses to help shape the future management of flood risk across the Shire by participating in the Wentworth Flood Risk Management Study and Plan Community Survey. The Study and Plan follows the completion of the Wentworth Flood Study and will identify options to better manage flood risk […]
Draft Payment of Expenses and Provision of Facilities Policy
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth Shire Council invites public submissions on a document currently on public exhibition. Click through to view the item online, find physical viewing locations, and check submission deadlines.
Motorcycle Awareness Month: share the road safely
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerMotorcycles have a narrower profile than cars and can be harder to detect in traffic. Drivers should actively look for riders by scanning the road, checking mirrors and blind spots, and checking again before turning, entering an intersection, changing lanes or pulling away from the kerb. Drivers should also allow riders sufficient space to avoid […]
Pools open Saturday 31 October 2026
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerPools open Saturday 31 October 2026 Wentworth and Dareton Swimming Pools will open for the 2026/2027 swimming season on Saturday 31 October. Plan your visit and find opening hours, admission charges and further information on the Wentworth Shire Council Public Swimming Pools page: https://www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/community/our-residents/public-swimming-pools/
Bin Collection Reminder for Next Week (19–23 October 2026)
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerAs we head into the third week of Wentworth Shire’s new three-bin service, here’s a reminder of which bins to place out on your usual collection day next week. ✅ FOGO (green lid) – collected weekly✅ General Waste (red sticker) – collected the following week (19–23 October 2026) ❌ Recycling (yellow lid) – collected next […]
Motorcycle Awareness Month: prepare before you ride
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerA safe ride starts before leaving home. Routine checks can help identify mechanical issues and confirm that a motorcycle is ready for the road. Riders should ensure that their motorcycle is regularly serviced and check its condition before each trip. Before riding: Anti-lock braking systems can prevent the wheels from locking and help riders retain […]
Frequently Asked Questions About the Three-Bin Service
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerSince the rollout of the new three-bin service, Council has received a range of questions from residents. Common topics include: To assist residents, Council has compiled answers to these frequently asked questions and continues to update information available through this project page. View the latest FAQs, collection information and project updates at Three-Bin Kerbside Collection […]
What Goes in the Yellow-Lidded Recycling Bin?
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerThe yellow-lidded recycling bin is for common household recyclables that can be processed and reused. Accepted items include: Items should be empty and free from food residue before being placed in the recycling bin. For collection information, FAQs and project updates, visit Three-Bin Kerbside Collection Service.
Proposed Partial Road Closing at Gol Gol
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerIn pursuance of the provisions of section 38B of the Roads Act 1993, notice is hereby given that Wentworth Shire Councilproposes to close a section of the council public road (Potters Drive) listed in Schedule 1. Schedule 1: The proposed area of closure is shown by the black hatching in the above diagram. Upon the […]