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Walgett Shire Grants Newsletter Issue Three

Published on 02 July 2025

Find out about the latest grant opportunities from Councils Grants Specialist Andrew Rawsthorne

Development Proposal - DA 2025/6

Published on 03 July 2025

Walgett Shire Council has received a Development Application, DA 2025/6 from Leo Planning Pty Ltd to demolish existing structures and construct a Group Home located on Lot 9, Section 20, DP 758612 – 14 Pandora Street and Lot 16, Section 20, DP 758612 – 46 Opal Street, Lightning Ridge.

EOI: Economic Development and Visitor Economy Advisory Committee

Published on 01 July 2025

The Economic Development and Visitor Economy Advisory Committee (the Committee) was established by Walgett Shire Council resolution on 17 December 2024, in accordance with the Advisory Committees and Working Parties Policy.

Council Endorses 10-Year Community Strategic Plan

Published on 30 June 2025

Walgett Shire Council has officially endorsed a new 10-year Community Strategic Plan, setting the course for a decade of focused investment, improved service delivery and stronger community outcomes.

Countback Election Results

Published on 30 June 2025

This countback was uncontested, as only one application was received to participate in the countback.

CMA Country NSW appreciates disaster funds, yearns for growth stimulus

Published on 30 June 2025

After careful consideration of what the NSW Government Budget 2025/26 means for rural, regional and remote Councils, the Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA) sees a reactionary budget that is fiscally responsible in a time when investment in the regions is needed.

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