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Sale of Land for Unpaid Rates 15 February 2025

Published on 25 October 2024

NOTICE is hereby given to the persons named hereunder that the Walgett Shire Council has resolved pursuant to Section 713 of the Local Government Act1993 on 22nd October 2024 to sell the land described hereunder (of which the persons listed are owner or appear to have an interest) and of which rates and charges remain outstanding as of 13rd October 202

Weather causes delay to pool openings

Published on 18 October 2024

Walgett Shire Council regrets to advise that the pool opening dates for the 2024 season have been reassessed due to water clarity issues.

Councillors take oath and elect Mayor, Deputy Mayor

Published on 16 October 2024

Council held an Extra Ordinary meeting on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 9am to administer the Oath of Affirmation for Walgett’s incoming Councillors and vote on the Mayor and Deputy Mayor.

Generally Speaking - Weekly update from the GM

Published on 02 August 2024

Weekly round up from the desk of the GM

Walgett Shire Community Survey

Published on 09 July 2024

Council is conducting a phone survey in partnership with our trusted research partner Micromex. You may receive a phone call asking you to participate in a survey for Council.

NAIDOC Week Road Closures 2024

Published on 24 June 2024

Please be advised that Fox Street, Walgett will be closed between Wee Waa Street and Hope Street on Wednesday, 17th July 2024, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Road closure signs will be in place during this time.
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Welcome to the Walgett Shire Council

As a major highway junction for different touring routes, Walgett Shire plays host to a number of unique experiences.

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Welcome to Walgett Shire

During the year Walgett Shire conducts annual events that you can enjoy and participate in, making your holiday a very memorable and fulfilling experience.

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Welcome to the Walgett Shire Council

It has an abundance of wildlife and flora on display, not to mention the spectacular sunrises and brilliant sunsets to open and close your day

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Welcome to the Walgett Shire Council

Walgett Shire invites you to come and experience genuine country hospitality and guarantees that you will take home a unique and memorable holiday experience.

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Welcome to Walgett Shire

Walgett Shire proudly offers all the ingredients for a great outback holiday; scenery, relaxation, recreation and revitalisation. It has an abundance of wildlife and flora on display, not to mention the spectacular sunrises and brilliant sunsets to open and close your day.

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Welcome to the Walgett Shire Council

Walgett Shire proudly offers all the ingredients for a great outback holiday; scenery, relaxation, recreation and revitalisation.

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