News and Media Releases

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.

Draft Economic Development Strategy 2025-2035

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 […]

Vote for Wentworth Shire in the 2025 National Awards for Local Government

Voting for the 2025 National Awards for Local Government is open! Wentworth Shire Council has entered the Wentworth Visitor Centre in this year’s National Awards, and we need YOUR vote to win. The project is in the Productivity through Infrastructure and the Outstanding Rural and Remote Council categories. You will require an account to vote. […]

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 […]

Wentworth Sewer Rehabilitation – Asset Inspection

Wentworth Shire Council advises residents that contractor Insituform will be undertaking an asset inspection of the sewer network in Wentworth township. This inspection will focus on the old clay sewer pipes and access pits, dating back to the 1950s. The inspection will not include the eastern portion of Wentworth township. Works will commence on Monday […]

🚨 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

Official Opening of the Wentworth Visitor Centre

Official Opening of the Wentworth Visitor Centre Wentworth Shire Council extends its sincere gratitude to all who attended the official opening of the Wentworth Visitor Centre today. The event was officiated by The Hon. Ron Hoenig MP, Minister for Local Government, and attended by current and former Mayors, Councillors, representatives from neighbouring councils, Helen Dalton […]