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Have your say: Buronga Riverfront public toilet

Have your say: Buronga Riverfront public toiletWentworth Shire Council is seeking feedback on the newly installed public toilet at the Buronga Riverfront. Your input will help Council apply for future grant funding and guide any improvements. The short survey asks about how often you use the facility, which features matter most to you — such […]

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Final Stage Completed at Buronga Riverfront Precinct

Final Stage Completed at Buronga Riverfront Precinct Wentworth Shire Council has officially completed the Buronga Riverfront upgrade, with the opening of a new, accessible public toilet block marking the final stage of the project. The Buronga Riverfront precinct has been transformed into a major recreational hub on the banks of the Murray River, providing families […]

Wentworth Sewer Rehabilitation: Additional Sewer Asset Relining  

Wentworth Sewer Rehabilitation: Additional Sewer Asset Relining   Wentworth Shire Council wishes to advise residents of Wentworth that Contractor Insituform is continuing sewer relining works within the western portion of the township. The project has already repaired more than 3.5km of sewer mains, and Council has committed to an additional 1km of relining to further strengthen […]

New Junction Island Viewing Platform Under Construction

Wentworth Shire Council advises residents, businesses and visitors that construction of a new viewing platform is underway at the western end of Junction Island, Wentworth. Works commenced on Monday 18 August 2025 and are scheduled for completion by late October 2025. During construction, the existing viewing platform and the far western end of the walkway […]

Wentworth Shire Council – Countback Election Outcome

Wentworth Shire Council – Countback Election Outcome Wentworth Shire Council advises that the countback election to fill a casual vacancy, held at 10am on Tuesday 12 August, has been finalised. The vacancy occurred following the passing of Councillor Timothy Elstone. As determined at Council’s first meeting after the 14 September 2024 ordinary election, vacancies are […]

2026 Australia Day Awards – Nominations OPEN

Upcoming Road Works – Trentham Cliffs

Upcoming Road Works – Trentham Cliffs Council advises that road works to provide access to 6603 and 6635 Sturt Highway, Trentham Cliffs, will commence on Tuesday 12 August 2025. Works will be undertaken by Unyte Southern Pty Ltd on behalf of Keltren Pty Ltd and Trentham Cliffs Travel Stop Pty Ltd, with expected completion by […]

Charge Ahead: Wentworth Shire Council launches new public EV chargers

Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to announce the installation of six (6) new electric vehicle (EV) chargers, set to be operational for public use from August. The chargers are located at three community sites: the Midway Community Centre in Buronga, the Wentworth Visitor Centre, and the Wentworth Riverfront. Each charger offers fast 22kW AC charging […]

New signage marks entrance to Village of Wentworth

New signage marks entrance to Village of Wentworth Council has officially unveiled the new Village of Wentworth entrance signage – a vibrant and striking welcome to all who visit our region. The design incorporates original paintings and illustrations by local artist Marg Whyte, brought together digitally by Saunders Design. The existing NSW-shaped frame has been […]

Council Waste Facility Operating Hours Update

Council wishes to advise the Ellerslie/Palinyewah community of changes to access at the Ellerslie Transfer Station. From Thursday 31 July, the site will be manned by Council staff and open from 1.00pm to 4.00pm each Thursday and Saturday. This change marks a transition from the current unmanned, open-access arrangement to a staffed facility, with fees […]

Passing of Councillor Tim Elstone

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