News and Media Releases

Project Update – Wentworth Caravan Park

Old Wentworth Road Closure

Old Wentworth Road Closure Old Wentworth Road and Keenan’s Drive will be closed to all traffic from the Silver City Highway intersection in Coomealla to the Wentworth Racecourse from Monday… Continue Reading Old Wentworth Road Closure

Flood Experience Survey

Were you affected by flooding between August 2022 and March 2023? Natural Hazards Research Australia currently has an online survey looking for the Wentworth Shire community to share their flood… Continue Reading Flood Experience Survey

Happy International Women’s Day

Happy International Women’s Day to all women across the Wentworth Shire, Australia and the world. International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and… Continue Reading Happy International Women’s Day

Changes to waterways in Wentworth Shire

Major Reconstruction and Upgrade of Arumpo Road Set to Begin

Major Reconstruction and Upgrade of Arumpo Road Set to Begin Wentworth Shire Council in partnership with the Australian Government, is excited to announce the upcoming commencement of the Arumpo Road… Continue Reading Major Reconstruction and Upgrade of Arumpo Road Set to Begin

Commencement of Upgrade for Dareton to Namatjira Sharedway Footpath

Commencement of Upgrade for Dareton to Namatjira Sharedway Footpath Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to inform the community that the previously announced upgrade of the Dareton to Namatjira Sharedway Footpath… Continue Reading Commencement of Upgrade for Dareton to Namatjira Sharedway Footpath

Passing of Councillor Stephen Heywood

Junction Park Outdoor Fitness and Playground Equipment

Join us in supporting Safer Internet Day

Join us in supporting Safer Internet Day We use the internet in almost every aspect of our lives, so it’s important we know how tobe safe online, understand the risks… Continue Reading Join us in supporting Safer Internet Day

NEW CITIZENS & AUSTRALIA DAY AWARD WINNERS FOR 2024

VendorPanel for tenders and high-value procurement

Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to announce a significant upgrade in its procurement processes, with the transition to the VendorPanel platform for tenders and high-value procurement in early 2024. This… Continue Reading VendorPanel for tenders and high-value procurement

Operating hours – Australia Day 2024

Operating hours – Australia Day 2024 Council operated facilities in Wentworth Shire will have varying hours of operation for the Australia Day Public Holiday on Friday 26 January 2024. OPEN… Continue Reading Operating hours – Australia Day 2024

Australia Day 2024 in Wentworth Shire

B.L.A.S.T School Holiday Program

B.L.A.S.T School Holiday Program (Monday 22 January – Thursday 25 January 2024) Students in Grades 2-7 can enjoy some great activities including games, craft, singing, snacks and an engaging Bible… Continue Reading B.L.A.S.T School Holiday Program