News and Media Releases

Buronga Effluent Disposal Station – Smart Fill Unit Upgrades

The Buronga Effluent Disposal Station will not be operational from 7am Monday 23 June until 5pm Monday 30 June 2025. The station will be fitted with a “Smart Fill Unit”, to be consistent with the system installed over 12 months ago at the Wentworth Effluent Disposal Station. During the initial trial period the station will […]

Midway Centre Bendigo Bank Agency – Temporary Change to Opening Days

Midway Centre Bendigo Bank Agency – Temporary Change to Opening Days Due to ongoing staff shortages, the Midway Centre Bendigo Bank Agency in Buronga will now operate on Thursdays and Fridays only each week for the next five to eight weeks, commencing Friday 13 June 2025. Opening hours remain unchanged:10:00am–12:00noon and 1:00pm–4:00pm Alternate banking services […]

Privacy Awareness Week NSW 2025

Privacy Awareness Week is a global campaign that involves both public sector agencies and citizens and aims to improve understanding and awareness of NSW privacy legislation, and to raise awareness of a person’s privacy rights and agency obligations. Privacy Awareness Week NSW takes place from 16 – 22 June 2025 and this year’s theme is […]

Wentworth Visitor Centre Crowned State’s Best in Prestigious Infrastructure Awards!

Wentworth Visitor Centre Crowned State’s Best in Prestigious Infrastructure Awards! Wentworth Shire Council is thrilled to announce that the Wentworth Visitor Centre has won a prestigious state award. Last night, at a gala ceremony in Sydney, the community’s landmark facility won the Asset and Infrastructure – Over $1.5 million – Under 50K Population category at […]

Anabranch Mail Road Resheeting Upgrade

Arumpo Road sealing has commenced
Contractors commenced sealing the first 13 kilometre section of Arumpo Road on Monday 18 November 2024.

Key project details:
24.52km section of road upgrades including 2 x 100mm sub base layers with 25 pieces of plant utilised on the project
Works commenced in June 2024
Expected completion of March 2025
Funding consists of $5 million (Australian Government) and $1.25 million (NSW Government)

Wentworth Sewer Rehabilitation – Asset Inspection Continuation

Wentworth Shire Council would like to inform the residents of Wentworth that Contractor Insituform will continue to under an asset inspection of the sewer network in Wentworth township.  The asset inspection is of the old (1950’s) clay sewer pipes and access pits.  Asset inspection will not occur in the East portion of Wentworth township. Asset […]

School Zones are back in operation

Most school zones are in operation between 8am-9.30am and 2.30pm-4pm around schools Monday to Friday. Slow down and look out for children crossing. Please check signs for school zone hours.

NSW Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night

Thank you for joining us! Wentworth Shire Council extends its thanks to everyone who attended the NSW Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night on Friday 11 April. The event, organised by students of Coomealla High School with support from Council, was a celebration of youth, creativity and community. We value your feedback. By completing the short […]

Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night – A Fantastic Evening in Gol Gol

Wentworth Shire Council is pleased to share the success of the Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night held on Friday 11 April 2025 at Gol Gol Football Oval. More than 300 attendees gathered for an evening of entertainment under the stars, enjoying perfect weather and a relaxed atmosphere as part of the NSW Youth Week 2025 […]

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 […]

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.