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
How to stay safe during a heatwave
/by WebmasterThe following is shared from the NSW Ambulance website. Heatwaves are periods of unusually high temperatures that can last for several days. They may pose serious risks to your health. Tips to cope with the heat: Where to find reliable information When to call Triple Zero (000) Call Triple Zero (000) immediately if someone shows […]
Early Landfill Closure this week
/by WebmasterDue to extreme heat conditions this week. The Buronga Landfill will be closing early at 1.00pm on Wed 7th, Thu 8th and Fri 9th of January. If you need to visit the landfill, please ensure you get in by 12.00pm to allow staff to compact and cover the loads.
Ellerslie Transfer Station Closed Sat 27th Dec
/by WebmasterDue to a staff shortage, we will be unable to open the Ellerslie Transfer Station this coming Saturday (27th December 2025). We apologise for the inconvenience.
New Trail of Lights ticketing model launched ahead of the FOSO opening
/by Marketing & CommunicationsNew Trail of Lights ticketing model launched ahead of the FOSO opening A new, combined Trail of Lights (TOL) and Fibre Optic Symphony Orchestra (FOSO) ticketing model is officially live following valuable community and visitor feedback. The new ticket model aims to provide a balance between affordability and the long-term viability of these world-class experiences […]
☀️ SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE SORTED AT WENTWORTH SHIRE LIBRARIES! ☀️
/by Marketing & Communications☀️ 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 […]
Blue-green algae
/by Marketing & CommunicationsPublic Exhibition – Draft Flood Study
/by Marketing & CommunicationsDraft 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
/by Marketing & CommunicationsBuronga 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
/by Marketing & CommunicationsTo 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
/by Marketing & CommunicationsProject Update: Nob Road Formation & Drainage Works
/by Marketing & CommunicationsCouncil 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 […]
See and be seen: make good choices and arrive safely
/by Marketing & CommunicationsPlan ahead for your chance to bag a swag this summer
/by Marketing & CommunicationsPlan 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
/by Marketing & CommunicationsNatural Resources Access Regulator Increases Water Compliance Efforts in the Lower Murray
/by Marketing & CommunicationsThe 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: