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Community Financial Assistance Donations are now open 27 Jun 2022: The first round of Community Financial Assistance Donations for 2022/23 are now open, so now is the time for community groups to plan for upcoming projects that may benefit from a donation.

Household Chemical Clean Out in Coonabarabran May 2022

Household Chemical Cleanout Wrap Up 17 Jun 2022: After this year’s successful Household Chemical Cleanout program, residents are being encouraged to store their chemical containers safely until the next cleanout to keep these containers out of landfill.

Regional Business Survey 2022 guiding growth in our local economy 16 Jun 2022: Local Businesses are encouraged to complete the Regional Business Survey, allowing insight into challenges to businesses across the region as well as business priorities for key local economic development.

Council crews working on the Cassilis St project

Water Mains Replacement Program 15 Jun 2022: The water mains replacement program is in full swing with these works set to improve the water supply system in towns across the Shire.

Rural Health Inquiry 8 Jun 2022: Following the tabling in Parliament of the Legislative Council Inquiry into Health Outcomes and Access to Health and Hospital Services in Rural, Regional and Remote NSW on 5 May 2022, the Country Mayors Association of NSW organised a Rural Health For ...

Monkey Room Funding

Yuluwirri Kids/Connect Five – Monkey Room 8 Jun 2022: Funding has been secured to extend funding for the Yuluwirri Kids/Connect Five – Monkey Room to continue operating for the financial year 2022/23.

Council’s Operational Plan for 2022/23 Adopted 7 Jun 2022: The Operational Plan for 2022/2023 has now been adopted by Council and is available to view on Council’s website.

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Light weight plastic bag banned from 1 June 2022 31 May 2022: From 1 June 2022 the supply of lightweight shopping bags will be banned by the NSW Government, impacting our local businesses and suppliers.

Pull Up a Stump, Coolah - Streets as Shared Spaces 27 May 2022: Exciting news, funding to improve walkability and connectivity in Coolah has recently been granted by the NSW Government’s Streets as Shared Spaces Program Round 2.

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Annual Free Microchipping Program 20 May 2022: Free Microchipping days across the Shire are returning in 2022, benefiting communities and pet owners.

Stage Two of the Purlewaugh Road Upgrade 18 May 2022: Works have now commenced on stage two of the Purlewaugh Road Upgrade project.

Castlereagh River

Funding under Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program granted 17 May 2022: Over $3 million has been granted for various roads and community projects in towns across the Warrumbungle Shire that is set to improve infrastructure for community members.

Local Jobs Program for the Warrumbungle Region 13 May 2022: The Local Jobs Program has been expanded to the Far West Orana Region, including the Warrumbungle Shire, bringing expertise and resources to focus on employment for people across the region.

Tooraweenah Road May 2022

Upgrade of Tooraweenah Road, Mendooran 5 May 2022: The last 3.4km of Tooraweenah Road within the Warrumbungle Shire will be sealed, improving the local road network safety and reliability of access.

North West Hudson Pear Taskforce 2 May 2022: Land owners and residents of the Warrumbungle are being urged to contact the Castlereagh Macquarie County Council and report any sittings of the invasive and damaging Hudson Pear.

Watch Out for Straying Stock 29 Apr 2022: With an increase in road incidents involving wandering livestock Council is urging stock owners to stay alert and ensure stock is secured.

Community Heritage Strategy 2021-2024 28 Apr 2022: The new Community Heritage Strategy 2021-2024 to guide the strategic approach for the management of heritage has been adopted by the Warrumbungle Council.

Number 1 in lonely planets top 500 places

Number 1 in Lonely Planet’s Top 500 places to visit in NSW 28 Apr 2022: Warrumbungle Dark Sky Park has been named the number 1 place to visit in NSW according to Lonely Planet’s Top 500 places to visit in Australia.

Office Closures and Changes To Services - ANZAC Day Public Holiday 22 Apr 2022: Residents are advised that there will be a change to Council services on Monday 25 April 2022 due to the Anzac Day public holiday.

Opportunities to develop vacant land 14 Apr 2022: Recent growth in the number of people seeking to move to regional and rural areas means that now is an ideal time for landowners to consider taking opportunities to sell and develop vacant land across the region.

Office Closures and Changes To Services - Easter Long Weekend 13 Apr 2022: Changes to Council services during the Easter Long Weekend from Friday, 15 April 2022 till Monday, 18 April 2022, inclusive.

Household Chemical Cleanout Is Nearly Here! 12 Apr 2022: Households across the Warrumbungle Shire are being encouraged start preparing to take part in the upcoming Household Chemical Cleanout 2022.

Responsible Animal Ownership – Barking Dogs 7 Apr 2022: Barking dogs can cause concern across the community, Council is seeking help from the community to ensure their dogs and animals are being responsibly cared for.

2022 Waste 2 Art 7 Apr 2022: Waste 2 Art is here again and all local artists are encouraged to get creative with materials that would normally be thrown out.

Our Local Service is Looking for Local Support Workers 6 Apr 2022: Interested in working in and supporting our local communities? Warrumbungle Community Care is seeking casual support/respite workers to provide support to those in need.

Have your say on Council’s Draft Operational Plan for 2022/23 4 Apr 2022: Council has placed its Draft Operation Plan for 2022/23 on public exhibition and is seeking submissions from the community.

$5.6 Million Infrastructure Boost in Dunedoo 1 Apr 2022: Local feedback will help shape plans for new and improved infrastructure in Dunedoo, under a $5.6 million commitment announced today.

Have your say on Council’s 2022/23 Draft Budget and Fees & Charges 28 Mar 2022: Warrumbungle Shire Council has placed its Draft Operational Plan for 2022/23 on public exhibition and is seeking submissions from the community.

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Warkton Bridge Replacement Project 25 Mar 2022: The last fully timber constructed bridge in the Warrumbungle Shire is set to be replaced with the Warkton Bridge Replacement Project in full swing.

Stop and Play Park, Coonabarabran 25 Mar 2022: The Stop and Play Park Coonabarabran has been closed due to a safety issue that has been identified. Council alongside the Stop and Play Community Group (SPCC) are working together to rectify this matter.

Fluoridation for potable water supplies is progressing 23 Mar 2022: Funding has now been confirmed by NSW Health to reinstate a water fluoridation plant in Coolah and discussions continue on the funding for the other four (4) sites across the Shire.

Cassilis Street Main Replacement

Mains Replacement Works Completed - Cassilis Street, Coonabarabran 22 Mar 2022: The water main replacement works in Cassilis Street, Coonabarabran have now been completed.

Road Renaming - from Girragulang Road to Orana Road 22 Mar 2022: Council has resolved to name the full length of the road between Black Stump Way and Moorefield Road as Orana Road.

IPR Media Release

Community and Council Plans on Exhibition 22 Mar 2022: Key planning documents looking ahead to the next 15 years are on display and community feedback is invited.

Reserve Naming Proposal - Coonabarabran 21 Mar 2022: Council has resolved to officially name the Crown Reserve No R86082 in Coonabarabran as Martin Reserve.

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Hop around the Shire this Easter 21 Mar 2022: There is a lot happening locally over the Easter period, residents are encouraged to get hopping and support these amazing events.

Coonabarabran Visitors Information Centre upgrades 15 Mar 2022: The Coonabarabran Visitors Information Centre (VIC) is undergoing a makeover over the coming weeks and the front doors will have to close during this time.

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Groundwater Pipeline Coonabarabran completed 15 Mar 2022: Works have now been completed on a key project which will help improve the security of water supplies for Coonabarabran.

Natural Disaster Recovery 14 Mar 2022: The task of repairing roads damaged in major storms continues following on from a natural disaster being declared in Warrumbungle Shire.

New Opening Hours for the Dunedoo Transfer Station 7 Mar 2022: The Dunedoo Transfer Station opening hours have now increased allowing more opportunity for community members to dispose of household waste and recycling.

Community Consultation Meetings 2021/2022 - Round 2 4 Mar 2022: It is that time again, where residents are encouraged to take the opportunity to discuss the issues affecting their local communities and meet with councillors and senior Council staff at the next round of Community Consultation Meetings.

Free Microchipping Days – Coolah and Binnaway 28 Feb 2022: Are all your cats and dogs microchipped? If not, then owners are encouraged to make the most of upcoming free microchipping days.

National Youth Week 2022

2022 National Youth Week – Small Grants Program 28 Feb 2022: Expressions of interest are invited for funding or non- cash support through the 2022 National Youth Week Small Grants Program.

Purlewaugh Road Widening Project – Tender Awarded 24 Feb 2022: The widening of Purlewaugh Road is in full swing with the tender being awarded for phase two of the project.

School Based Traineeship 2022 2

Congratulations to our new School-Based Traineeships 23 Feb 2022: Three new school-based trainees have been welcomed into Warrumbungle Council’s School Based Traineeship program to undertake qualifications in Business Administration, Supply Chain Operations and Accounts Administration.

Mains Replacement works in Cassilis Street, Coonabarabran 23 Feb 2022: The replacement of the water main in Cassilis Street, Coonabarabran will commence next week with these works set to improve the water supply system.

Escape to the Warrumbungle Region

Top 22 Things to do in 2022 – Escape to Warrumbungle Region 22 Feb 2022: The ‘Top 22 things to do in 2022’ campaign will be released in the coming weeks! Keep an eye out and get exploring.

Cracking down on illegal dumping 21 Feb 2022: Illegal dumping across the Warrumbungle Shire local government area remains a problem and Council is asking the community to help put it to a stop.

Warrumbungle Region blooming with events 18 Feb 2022: Keep your eyes peeled for event details and get set for great times as the Warrumbungle region hosts something for everyone almost every weekend.

General Purpose Financial Statements 2020/2021 11 Feb 2022: Pursuant to section 418(3) of the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW), Warrumbungle Shire Council advises that the ordinary Council meeting to be held on 17 February 2022 will include the presentation of the audited Financial Statements and the Auditor's ...

Bringing our Heritage into Focus 8 Feb 2022: Aiming to bring our heritage into focus, residents are encouraged to share inspiration and identify potential ideas, items and structures for a proposed heritage trail.

What is an eligible container for the Container Deposit Scheme 7 Feb 2022: The Container Deposit System is a great way to recycle for the environment and earn some dollars at the same time, but it is important to know which containers are eligible for refund on return.

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Water infrastructure upgrades for Coolah 1 Feb 2022: Coolah water infrastructure will be upgraded with the installation of new water treatment room that will treat the bore water at the town well site.

Small Business Month Scholarships 2022

Small Business Month Scholarships 31 Jan 2022: Local small businesses are encouraged to apply for fully funded mentoring scholarships through the Mentoring Advisory Panel (MAP) Institute.

Alfresco Dining Rebate for Small Businesses 31 Jan 2022: Warrumbungle Shire Council is encouraging local hospitality businesses to apply for the NSW Government’s Alfresco Restart Rebate.

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Australia Day Awards 2022 27 Jan 2022: On Australia Day 2022 communities across the Warrumbungle local government area came together to “Reflect, Respect and Celebrate” what’s great about our country, our local communities and some outstanding local achievers.

Australia Day Activities 2022 24 Jan 2022: Events and activities to celebrate Australia Day are set to be held in each of the six towns across the Warrumbungle Shire area on Wednesday 26 January 2022.

2022/23 Budget Process 21 Jan 2022: The Council budget for 2022/2023 is currently in preparation, and there are a number of opportunities for the community to be involved in the process.

New Visitors Guide Out Now

New 2022 Warrumbungle Region Visitor Guide 21 Jan 2022: Warrumbungle Shire Council is very excited to launch the 2022 Warrumbungle Region Visitor Guide, a travel brochure highlighting the beauty and experiences to be found in our backyard.

Improvements for the Coonabarabran Water Treatment Plant

Improvements for the Coonabarabran Water Treatment Plant completed 19 Jan 2022: Filter replacement works at the Coonabarabran Water Treatment Plant have now been completed to ensure ongoing high-quality water supply.

New Australia Day 2022 Ambassadors for Warrumbungle Shire 19 Jan 2022: Two new Australia Day Ambassadors for Warrumbungle Shire have been announced, as the previous Ambassadors both withdrew due to COVID-19. Yianni Johns and Shaun Christie-David will now be joining the 2022 Australia Day events and activities.

Mayors Elections 17092020

Warrumbungle Shire Council Mayoral Elections 2022 7 Jan 2022: The Warrumbungle Shire Council's Mayoral elections have concluded with Councillor Ambrose Doolan re-elected Mayor and Councillor Aniello Iannuzzi re-elected Deputy Mayor.

Draft Community Heritage Strategy 2021-2024 4 Jan 2022: It is time to have your say on the Community Heritage Strategy 2021-2024, to shape the strategies that will guide heritage management in the coming years.

Warrumbungle Shire Council Election Results Released 22 Dec 2021: Results have been released and confirmed by the NSW Electoral Commission for the nine (9) new Councillors that will make up Warrumbungle Shire Council’s Council for the next three (3) years.

Purlewaugh Road Upgrade Photo - 13-12-2021

Purlewaugh Road Widening Project 22 Dec 2021: The Purlewaugh Road widening project has now commenced and is set to improve road safety, reliability and improve accessibility for communities.

Ronni Kahn and Diana Ryall announced as Warrumbungle Shire’s Australia Day 2022 Ambassador 21 Dec 2021: Join Australia Day Ambassador, Ronni Kahn AO and Ms Diana Ryall AM, at Warrumbungle Shire’s Australia Day events and activities.

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Holiday Here This Year – Warrumbungle Region 16 Dec 2021: Have you thought about holidaying here, in the Warrumbungle Region, this year?

Three Rivers Regional Retirement Community 6 Dec 2021: Warrumbungle Shire Council continues to work through legal matters surrounding the Three Rivers Regional Retirement Community Project in Dunedoo following the termination of the contractor Boulus Constructions in August 2018.

Recycle this Christmas 6 Dec 2021: Not only is Christmas time a time for us to get together and give gifts, it's often the time of year we generate the most waste and recycling. Council is encouraging residents to think about what can be recycled and what has to be placed into waste b ...

Christmas in the Warrumbungle Region

What’s on over the Holiday Season 2 Dec 2021: Have you seen what’s on locally this holiday season?

Sewer Mains Rehabilitation – Coolah, Coonabarabran and Dunedoo 1 Dec 2021: Sewer main rehabilitation works have been completed in Coolah, Coonabarabran and Dunedoo to improve the sewer systems.

Christmas Animals

Be a responsible animal owner this holiday season 24 Nov 2021: It’s almost holiday time and in the excitement of the festivities it may be easy to forget the affect holidays can have on our pets.

Warrumbungle Road Network – Affected by high intensity rainfall 24 Nov 2021: The road network has experienced some extremely heavy rainfall this week and more is expected in the coming days, as a result of this a number of roads have been closed.

Let’s do the right thing and recycle right 23 Nov 2021: Are you putting the right thing in your household recycling bins?

Changes To Council Business Operations Due To COVID-19 21 Nov 2021: Due to the recent COVID-19 detection in Coonabarabran, the Council customer service desk in Coonabarabran will be closed for face-to-face transactions on Monday, 22 November 2021.

Coonabarabran Visitors Information Centre new digital sign 18 Nov 2021: Have you seen the brand-new digital sign at the Coonabarabran Visitors Information Centre?

Proposed 40kph Speed Zones for Coonabarabran and Dunedoo CBDs 17 Nov 2021: Have your say on a new proposal for 40km/h speed zones in the CBDs of Coonabarabran and Dunedoo.

Have your say in the 2022-2037 Warrumbungle Shire Community Strategic Plan 17 Nov 2021: It is time for you to have your say on the Community Strategic Plan, to shape the future of the Warrumbungle Shire.

COVID support for small businesses and residents 16 Nov 2021: Do you know what grants and opportunities are out there to support your small business? Residents can also get on board with incentives to boost our local economy.

Shop Local this Christmas 15 Nov 2021: With Christmas just around the corner now more than ever is a time to shop local. Let’s support our own retailers this year.

Keep your neighborhood safe – report overgrown blocks 20 Oct 2021: Now in spring and with warmer weather heading our way, it is the time to ensure blocks are cleared and well-maintained to minimise risks.

2021 Council Election – Nominations opening soon 19 Oct 2021: Nominations to stand as a councillor at the local government election open soon and are a great opportunity for passionate locals to have an impact on their community.

Animal Emergency Plan 18 Oct 2021: Its imperative that you have an emergency plan for you and your family, but do you have an emergency plan for your animals?

Australia Day Award Jim

Australia Day Award Nominations 2022 Closing Soon 15 Oct 2021: Is there someone you know or a community group or event that deserves the recognition of an Australia Day Award 2022? Now it the time to nominate them.

Water Meter Replacement Program Shire Wide 14 Oct 2021: To help reduce water wastage, the water meter replacement program is continuing across the Warrumbungle local government area.

Proposed Changes of Dunedoo Waste Facility opening hours 13 Oct 2021: It’s time to have your say on proposed changes to increase the opening hours of the Dunedoo Waste Transfer Station.

Community Consultation Meetings 2021 - Round 2 12 Oct 2021: Residents are encouraged to take the opportunity to discuss the issues affecting their local communities and meet with councillors and senior Council staff at the next round of Community Consultation Meetings.

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Warrumbungle Free Micro-Chipping Days 6 Oct 2021: Are all your cats and dogs micro-chipped? If not head down to the free micro-chipping days that are coming to you.

Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) re-opening in Warrumbungle Shire 6 Oct 2021: The Warrumbungle Shire Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) will re-open operations on Monday 11 October 2021.

Coborrah Street Dunedoo Water

Improving Water Supplies in Dunedoo 6 Oct 2021: Installation of a new section of water main in Cobborah Street, is set to improve the water supply for residents in Dunedoo.

Local Government Areas with Stay at Home Orders 5 Oct 2021: Following the announcement of multiple positive cases in some neighbouring and nearby shires NSW Health have announced that those Local Government Areas are returning to or having their lockdowns extended.

Changes to Services and Office Closures - October 2021 1 Oct 2021: Warrumbungle Shire Council administration offices in Coolah and Coonabarabran will be closed on Labour Day, Monday 4 October 2021 and on Friday 8 October 2021 for the annual Union Picnic Day.

Namoi Street Water Main Works Completed 29 Sep 2021: The installation of a new water main in Namoi Street, Baradine has now been completed with these works set to improve the water supply system.

Service NSW covid check in card

COVID-19 QR Check-in Cards 27 Sep 2021: If you don’t have a smartphone or are unable to scan a QR code to enter and exit indoor premises, be sure to get a COVID-19 QR Check-in Card.

Planned Hazard Reduction - Rocky Glen Village 27 Sep 2021: The Castlereagh Zone Rural Fire Service will be conducting a hazard reduction burn starting on Monday 27 August – 30 September 2021

Australia Day Award Nominations 2022 24 Sep 2021: Nominations are now open for the 2022 Australia Day Awards.

Swimming Pool Season 2021/22 24 Sep 2021: The swimming pool season is here, with longer days upon us and warmer temperatures just around the corner, it is time to think about getting active in your local pool.

IMAGE Right to Know Week 2021

Right to Know Week NSW 2021 24 Sep 2021: Right to Know Week aims to encourage both public sector agencies and citizens to improve applied knowledge of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act), and to raise awareness of a person’s right to access government held informa ...

Improvement works for Mendooran Water 23 Sep 2021: The installation of a new section of water main pipe is set to improve the water reticulation and quality for Mendooran residents.

Robertson Oval Old Amenities Building

Making way for the new amenities building at Robertson Oval, Dunedoo 23 Sep 2021: Onsite works have now commenced at Robertson Oval, Dunedoo, making way for the construction of a new amenities building.

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