News and Media Releases

2026 Farrer By-election: Information for Wentworth Shire Residents

A by-election has been officially called for the federal electorate of Farrer. Voting is compulsory for all eligible, enrolled voters residing within the Farrer electorate. Wentworth Shire Council encourages all residents to review their voting options and plan ahead to ensure their voice is heard. Key Dates Where to Vote in Wentworth Shire If you […]

Free Digital Newspapers Now Available at Wentworth Shire Libraries

Free Digital Newspapers Now Available at Wentworth Shire Libraries Wentworth Shire Council is excited to announce that library members now have free, instant access to a wide range of digital newspapers through the BorrowBox app! In addition to our popular collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks, your library membership now features an ePress section. This new […]

The Service NSW Mobile Service Centre is coming to Buronga

The Service NSW Mobile Service Centre will be visiting Buronga to provide easy access to government services. 📍 BurongaMidway Community Centre Carpark, 3 Midway DriveWednesday 13 May 2026, 10am–3pm The Service NSW team can help with driver licence renewals, photo cards, vehicle registration, cost of living support, and more. For more information, visit service.nsw.gov.au.

Community Notice: EnergyConnect Aerial Tower Inspections

Elecnor Australia, contracted by Transgrid, is undertaking final project closeout activities for the EnergyConnect project. As part of this work, aerial tower inspections will be carried out across the Eastern alignment. For further information or enquiries regarding these works, please contact the Project Community and Stakeholder Engagement Team on 1800 49 06 66 (free call) […]

Draft Mobile Food Vendor Policy Review

C105 – Is this your cat?

Anzac Day Long Weekend Operating Hours

Anzac Day Long Weekend Operating Hours Wentworth Shire Council advises residents and visitors of adjusted operating hours for Council services during the Anzac Day long weekend. While our natural attractions remain open, please note the following service changes:

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Notice of Public Exhibition – Classification of Land

In accordance with Section 34 of the Local Government Act 1993 (LGA) Wentworth Shire Council hereby gives notice of a proposed resolution to classify the land described in the following schedule as Operational, pursuant to section 31 of the LGA Act. Legal Description Locality Purpose Lot 1 DP 775156 Wentworth Landfill Site Submissions may be […]

One (1) Articulated Motor Grader

Draft Generic Plan of Management

Free Breast Screening Mobile Clinic coming to Wentworth

Free Breast Screening Mobile Clinic coming to Wentworth Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to support BreastScreen NSW as they bring their mobile screening service to our community this April. 1 in 7 women in NSW will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Because the risk increases with age, women aged 50 to 74 are particularly […]

Locals urged to shape the future of our rivers

Locals urged to shape the future of our rivers After more than a decade of Basin Plan implementation, water management in the Basin has reached a critical point of reflection, and the conversation about its future is well underway. In February, the Murray–Darling Basin Authority (MDBA) released the 2026 Basin Plan Review Discussion Paper, outlining […]