The Department of Planning and Environment seeks comment from landowners, industry bodies and communities affected by this water sharing plan.
Public exhibition of the replacement plan commenced on 3 October 2023.
NSW Water would like to thank the participants of the public information session held in Dareton on 24 October. The presentation was recorded and can be viewed below.
There is still time to have your say by providing feedback by 11:59pm (AEDT) on Saturday 11 November 2023.
For further information on the draft replacement water sharing plan, visit the NSW Water website
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Wentworth Shire Council recommenced earthworks on the final 26.5 kilometres of unsealed road between Pooncarie and Menindee in July 2023, following 8 months of flood related delays.
The $9.2 million project is jointly funded on a 50:50 basis with the Australian Government and NSW Government under the Growing Local Economies Fund with Office of Regional Development.
The upgrade allows road users to access the road in all weather conditions, removing over 600km of road detours when the road is impacted by wet weather-related road closures.
Bitumen sealing has now been completed, with guide posts, linemarking and signage underway.
The project is due for completion by the end of November.
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When: Tuesday 10 October, 5:30pm Where: Wentworth Showgrounds Community Pavilion
An information session regarding the ADFA Flying School Request will be held on Tuesday 10 October at 5:30pm. Wentworth Shire Council invites members of the public to attend the informative session. Speakers from the ADFA Group, submission writers (up to Wednesday 4 October) and the authorised representatives of the petition will present to the session.
It should be noted that no decision will be made by Councillors at the information session. The request will be tabled in the closed session (as per Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993) of the Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday 18 October 2023.
Wentworth Shire Council has formally elected Councillor Daniel Linklater as Mayor and Councillor Susan Nichols as Deputy Mayor during the Ordinary Council Meeting held on Wednesday 20 September.
The former Mayor of Wentworth Shire, Councillor Tim Elstone was congratulated by Mayor Linklater on his time in the role.
“Tim is a consummate community man and for the last 7 years has served as either Deputy or Mayor. Councillor Elstone has led us through the recent flood experience, which I don’t believe like anyone else could in this room. It was a 7 day a week commitment and the community thanks you for that. I also thank you for your encouragement to me and your mentoring, I look forward to continuing to work with you.”
“I would like to thank the chamber for your support, it is really humbling to be elected by this community and an honour to be supported by my peers here. It is my intention to serve as collaboratively as possible.” Councillor Linklater said.
Former Mayor Elstone who held the role of Mayor from 10 January 2022, and Deputy Mayor since 2016, commended his fellow Councillors for their involvement and participation during his term with Council.
Councillor Jane MacAllister stood against fellow Councillor Daniel Linklater for the Mayoral role and against Councillor Susan Nichols for nomination of Deputy Mayor.
Council will next meet on Wednesday 18 October from 7:00pm at the Wentworth Shire Council Chambers.
From Sunday 1 October 2023, the NSW Rural Fire Service Lower Western District Bush Fire Danger Period will commence and Fire Permits will be required to burn. Fire Permits are free and can be easily obtained by contacting the Fire Control Centre on (03) 5027 4422. For further information, visit the NSW Rural Fire Service website.
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Wentworth Shire Council will meet with submission makers whom have submitted concerns for the ADFA Group proposal, involving the use of Wentworth Aerodrome for circuit training of cadet pilots. The discussion between associated parties will be held on a date that is yet to be set.
Following recent public conjecture regarding the proposal, Wentworth Shire Council will further discuss with submission makers individually, giving the opportunity to present their positions on the matter.
This process will evaluate all sides of the proposal, to determine:
benefits for the Wentworth community and sustainability of Wentworth Aerodrome operations,
local tourism attraction impacts and opportunities,
Please note that the pre-mentioned proposal from ADFA Group will not be presented to Council at the Ordinary Council Meeting at 7:00pm, Wednesday 20 September 2023.
Council will meet for a formal Council resolution regarding the matter at a later date, once each submission has been presented for Council consideration.
The $30 million Wentworth Health Service Redevelopment is taking shape with construction of the new hospital to commence soon.
To ensure the hospital’s rich history is reflected in the new facility, a history display is being developed to celebrate its past and to connect patients and visitors with Wentworth. The Wentworth community is welcomed to share their ideas, stories and memories from over the last 80 years by completing the online History Display survey, accessible at: rb.gy/18hgi
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