News and Media Releases

☀️ SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED AT WENTWORTH SHIRE LIBRARIES! ☀️

☀️ SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED AT WENTWORTH SHIRE LIBRARIES! ☀️ We have a massive month of fun planned to kick off 2026! From Minecraft madness and messy crafts to movies, music, and storytime, there is something for everyone to enjoy this January. 👉 SWIPE THROUGH THE POSTERS to view the full calendar, dates, times, and […]

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Public Exhibition – Draft Flood Study

Draft Wentworth Flood Study Wentworth Shire Council gives public notice of the exhibition of the draft Wentworth Flood Study (combined Riverine and Major Overland Flow Study). The purpose for the Wentworth Flood Study is to define the nature of both riverine (Murray and Darling River flooding) and local catchment type flooding at the urban centres […]

Buronga Pump Track closure notice

Buronga Pump Track closure notice The Advanced pump track in Buronga will be closed for the day on Friday 19 December. Council is installing a new timing sensor that will be available for public use once works are complete. This upgrade forms part of Council’s ongoing investment in improving facilities at the Buronga Riverfront Pump […]

Extreme Weather – Waste Transfer Stations

To protect the health and safety of staff and the community, Council waste transfer stations will close on days when temperatures exceed 40 Celsius. The Buronga Landfill remains open per normal operating hours. Please check Council’s website and Facebook page for updates before visiting a transfer station during extreme weather conditions. Thank you for your […]

Expect the unexpected on rural roads this summer

Project Update: Nob Road Formation & Drainage Works

Council is completing 10km of formation and drainage works at the southern end of Nob Road. These upgrades are vital for building up low-lying areas to prevent water ponding and to reduce closures during the wet season. 🌧️ The project is 50/50 funded by the Regional Emergency Road Repair Fund (RERRF) and Roads to Recovery […]

Plan ahead for your chance to bag a swag this summer

Plan ahead for your chance to bag a swag this summer Council is supporting the Transport for NSW Plan B – Win A Swag initiative, encouraging everyone to plan how they will get home safely if they choose to drink while celebrating this summer. The campaign highlights that even a few drinks can affect your […]

If you drink or use, don’t drive

Natural Resources Access Regulator Increases Water Compliance Efforts in the Lower Murray

The Natural Resources Access Regulator is increasing early intervention efforts to prevent water law breaches in the lower Murray as permanent crop production expands. Growers are being encouraged to plan ahead for dry conditions, with monitoring expected to focus on unlawful water use over the next year. Read the full media release below:

Notice to all New or Existing Contractors servicing the Wentworth Shire LGA

Notice to all New or Existing Contractors servicing the Wentworth Shire LGA Council’s final year of its 3 year panel contract is currently in the price resubmission period. Existing contractors on Councils current panels will be contacted to resubmit prices for the next 12 months. New Contractors to the region or those who missed the […]

Be Tow Ready for Summer: Free Towing Education and Weigh Days

Be Tow Ready for Summer: Free Towing Education and Weigh Days Council is encouraging residents to take part in upcoming towing education sessions and free weigh days as the summer holiday season approaches. These activities, delivered in partnership with Community RoadSafe Mildura, are designed to help drivers ensure their vehicles, caravans and trailers are safe, […]

Community Notice: Storm Damage and Road Hazards

Council advises residents that today’s storm has caused widespread damage across the region. Fallen trees and downed powerlines are affecting several areas, including Sandwych Street in Wentworth and the vicinity of the Pump Station and Silver City Highway in Dareton. Please exercise extreme caution if you are travelling. Avoid any downed powerlines and report hazards […]

Motorists are encouraged to take extra care on our regional roads during the busy summer harvest period.

Motorists are encouraged to take extra care on our regional roads during the busy summer harvest period. With more heavy vehicles and farm machinery travelling between properties and grain receival sites, drivers may encounter large, slow-moving vehicles more often than usual. The Be Truck Aware campaign, supported by Transport for NSW, GrainCorp, the National Heavy […]