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
2026 Census (11 August 2026) – Every Answer Matters
/by Marketing & CommunicationsAbout the Census Every five years, the Census counts every person and household in Australia.Census data helps us understand how Australia is changing, and what we need now and in the future.It shapes the services people use every day, like healthcare, education, public transport and community services.That’s why the Australian Bureau of Statistics needs to […]
Buronga Gol Gol Structure Plan 2026 Partial Review
/by Marketing & CommunicationsNotice of Increased Traffic – Wentworth Flood Rally – 5-7 June 2026
/by Marketing & CommunicationsNotice of Increased Traffic – Wentworth Flood Rally – 5-7 June 2026 Residents are advised to expect increased traffic conditions this June long weekend due to the Wentworth Flood Rally (70 Years on). The three day event will see over 100 historical tractors and support vehicles using main and secondary roads in the cross-border region. […]
Blue-green algae
/by Marketing & CommunicationsRural Road Safety Month – Animals on Country Roads
/by Marketing & CommunicationsLook out, animals about!When driving in rural or regional areas, slow down,follow warning signs and stay alert – particularly around dusk or dawn. More info https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/roadsafety/road-users/drivers/animals
R2026/28 – Human Resources Officer
/by Marketing & CommunicationsNew Front End Recycling Facility now open at Buronga Landfill
/by Marketing & CommunicationsNew Front End Recycling Facility now open at Buronga Landfill Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to announce the opening of the Front End Recycling Facility at the Buronga Landfill. This facility is designed to improve resource recovery and offer cost savings for residents. By utilising the Front End Recycling Facility, you can drop off eligible […]
Draft Delivery Program 2026-2030 and Operational Plan 2026-2027
/by Marketing & CommunicationsPublic Notice: Exhibition of Draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan In accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1993, notice is hereby given that Wentworth Shire Council has placed the following documents on public display for a period of 28 days: Where to view the documents: Copies of these documents are available to […]
Transport for NSW Safety Improvement Work: Silver City & Sturt Highways
/by Marketing & CommunicationsWentworth Shire Council is sharing the following information on behalf of Transport for NSW. Transport for NSW is investing $1.2 million to install 12.8 kilometres of flexible safety barriers and 70 new end terminals on the Silver City and Sturt highways near Wentworth and Euston. This work is part of the Towards Zero Safer Roads […]
Temporary Road Closure – Fletcher’s Lake Road (Alba Road to Channel Road)
/by Marketing & CommunicationsTemporary Road Closure – Fletcher’s Lake Road (Alba Road to Channel Road) Wentworth Shire Council advises that Fletcher’s Lake Road will be closed to general traffic and heavy vehicles from Alba Road through to Channel Road. This temporary closure will commence on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, and will remain in place for a five-week period […]
Have Your Say: Draft Lower Western Bush Fire Risk Management Plan
/by Marketing & CommunicationsHave Your Say: Draft Lower Western Bush Fire Risk Management Plan The 5-year plan to mitigate local bush fire risks in our community is now on public exhibition. We encourage all residents to review the draft and share their feedback by 5pm, Monday 22 June 2026. Where to view the plan: How to provide feedback: […]
Free Digital Newspapers Now Available at Wentworth Shire Libraries
/by Marketing & CommunicationsFree 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 […]
C105 – Is this your cat?
/by Marketing & CommunicationsDraft Generic Plan of Management
/by Marketing & CommunicationsDaylight savings ends, Sunday 5 April, 3am
/by Marketing & CommunicationsA reminder to all residents that Daylight Saving Time ends this Sunday, 5 April 2026. While most digital devices will update automatically, remember to manually wind back any analogue clocks, car displays, and kitchen appliances before you head to bed on Saturday night. When: Sunday 5 April 2026. The change: At 3:00 am, clocks move […]