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
Privacy Awareness Week NSW 2025
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerPrivacy 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!
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth 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 […]
Attendee Feedback – Safe Towing Workshop
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerAnabranch Mail Road Resheeting Upgrade
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerArumpo 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
/by WebmasterWentworth 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
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerMost 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.
Youth Week Outdoor Movie Night – A Fantastic Evening in Gol Gol
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWentworth 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
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerPlease slow down around road works, and look after people, like Ned, who are making our roads safer.
Buronga Houseboat Effluent Disposal System Reopened
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerRepairs 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
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerRepairs 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
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerDaylight 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
/by WebmasterBURONGA 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.
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerThank you for attending. We value your feedback.
Thank you for attending. We value your feedback.
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWest Darling Arts is seeking community input for Far West NSW
/by Marketing & Communications OfficerWest 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 […]