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Slow down for roadworkers

Please slow down around road works, and look after people, like Ned, who are making our roads safer.

Buronga Houseboat Effluent Disposal System Reopened

Repairs to the Buronga Houseboat Effluent Disposal System (EDS) have now been completed following maintenance on Thursday 3 April. Wentworth Shire Council advises that the system is once again operational and available for use. Council thanks houseboat owners and operators for their patience during the closure and for using the Dareton EDS while works were […]

🚧 COMMUNITY UPDATE – WENTWORTH BRIDGE NOW OPERATIONAL 🚧

🚧 COMMUNITY UPDATE – WENTWORTH BRIDGE NOW OPERATIONAL 🚧 Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to advise that the Wentworth Bridge is now fully operational following recent repairs. Bridge lifts have resumed as per the standard schedule with a minimum of four hours’ notice: Monday to Friday: 9.30am, 11.30am, 2.30pmWeekends & Public Holidays: 9.30am, 11.30am, 2.30pm, […]

Wentworth Houseboat Effluent Disposal System Reopened

Repairs to the Wentworth Houseboat Effluent Disposal System (EDS) in Adams Street have now been completed following fire damage to the gangway structure earlier this year. Wentworth Shire Council advises that the system is once again operational and available for use. Council thanks houseboat owners and operators for their patience during the closure and for […]

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend Wentworth Shire residents are reminded to set clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night. The official change occurs at 3am on Sunday 6 April 2025. This is also a timely reminder to check and replace smoke alarm batteries where needed.

Buronga EDS Closed Temporarily

BURONGA HOUSEBOAT EFFLUENT DISPOSAL SYSTEM (EDS) CLOSED The Buronga EDS is currently undergoing maintenance. Houseboat owners are directed to use the Dareton Effluent Disposal System until further advise from Council.

2025 NSW Youth Week Outdoor Cinema Attendee Feedback.

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West Darling Arts is seeking community input for Far West NSW

West Darling Arts has received $103,696 in funding over two years through the Australian Government’s Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support (IVAIS) program. This funding will support: The employment of an Aboriginal Arts Officer Expansion of services for Aboriginal artists in Far West NSW Greater recognition of Indigenous arts both locally and nationally West Darling Arts […]

Spontaneous Volunteers Resilience Mindset Training – Last Chance to Register!

Western Weed Survey

Western Weed Survey — Western Local Land Services (WLLS) want to hear from landholders in the Far West They are coordinating a survey to determine the presence, spread and density of 4 priority weeds in the Far West, with the findings to assist in the planning of on-ground weed control works and future initiatives. The […]

🚨 Telstra Network Disruption – Planned Outage 🚨

🚨 Telstra Network Disruption – Planned Outage 🚨 Telstra will be completing a power upgrade on its mobile site servicing Ellerslie, which will result in temporary disruptions to Telstra mobile coverage during the day. 📅 When?🔹 Thursday 27 March 2025 💡 What You Need to Know:✅ Telstra mobile customers will receive SMS notifications about the […]

Saturday 22 March 2025

Spontaneous Volunteers Resilience Mindset Training – Learn to Lead When It Matters Most

Saturday 15 March 2025