September 22, 2023
Next week is the Information and Privacy Commission (IPC) Right to Know Week (RTW 2023) and Wingecarribee Shire Council is proud to be a champion of the cause through the IPC RTK 2023 Champion... Read More
September 22, 2023
Did you know batteries, and especially the lithium-ion variety in appliances, electronics and vapes, can cause fires when incorrectly disposed of? For your safety, don’t drop batteries in your bin. Drop them to Council’s... Read More
September 22, 2023
Since the 1800’s the Robertson Show has been a connector for our community and organisers are working collaboratively with Council to ensure its sustainability for generations to come. With up to 5,000 people enjoying... Read More
September 18, 2023
We’re making great progress with upgrades to Old South Road. The next stage will require a temporary closure to all through traffic, between Old Hume Highway and Aylmerton Road from Monday 25 September to... Read More
May 11, 2023 Check out this video update using state-of-the-art handheld and drone-mounted cameras.
August 18, 2023 For transparency, Wingecarribee Shire Council would like to address a question raised during the public forum of our Ordinary... Read More
August 4, 2023 As the Bureau of Meteorology last month moved from El Niño WATCH to El Niño ALERT, meaning that there... Read More
May 23, 2023 Welcome news in the wake of extreme weather events, Colo Vale residents can expect more efficient stormwater drainage with... Read More
Next week is the Information and Privacy Commission (IPC) Right to Know Week (RTW 2023) and Wingecarribee Shire Council is proud...
Did you know batteries, and especially the lithium-ion variety in appliances, electronics and vapes, can cause fires when incorrectly disposed of?...
Since the 1800’s the Robertson Show has been a connector for our community and organisers are working collaboratively with Council to...
What will Christmas cheer look like for Wingecarribee this year? Community feedback in combination with rising costs have prompted Wingecarribee Shire...
Always on-call for Psych First Aid at Emergency Evacuation (e-vac) centres, Red Cross volunteer Jolanda brings comfort to community members in...
Once this year’s Tulip Time festival is over, tens of thousands of tulip bulbs will be handed out to community members...
With the 2024 Wingecarribee Shire Council election just around the corner, the first in a series of formal preparation sessions for...
Together with our community, we want to be in a position to determine how and where growth happens in our Shire,...
Watch out for protective plovers and swooping magpies! Late Winter to Early Spring is nesting season for many native birds, so...
In anticipation of a hot, dry summer ahead, we learn from the past to plan ahead and support our community’s preparedness...
A community-centred approach to communicating and decision-making has attracted recognition for Wingecarribee Shire in this year’s Local Government Week Awards in...
We share our community’s passion for preserving local heritage and our Community Heritage Study can progress towards entering its next stage...
A priority project for the Wingecarribee community, the return of Mittagong Playhouse was put to Federal Member for Whitlam, The Hon...
For decades, Penrose residents have dreamed of building a new Community Hall with capacity to meet growing demand for the many...
Holding a cherished place in the village’s history, Bundanoon Soldiers Memorial Hall has been preserved for years to come by a...
Locals have wasted no time in taking to the new Mittagong North Walking Network, now connecting the town centre to Lake...
It was wonderful to be joined by so many community members at this week’s celebration of the great outcome achieved, in...
There’s no age-limit to getting involved in shaping the future of our Shire. Take the vibrant and inclusive new playspace at...
Together with our community, we want to be in a position to determine how and where growth happens in our Shire,...
It was wonderful to be joined by so many community members at this week’s celebration of the great outcome achieved, in...
There’s no age-limit to getting involved in shaping the future of our Shire. Take the vibrant and inclusive new playspace at...
Great news for the many dog owners in Bundanoon! Your fur-babies can expect to be running free in the new Bundanoon...
Animal Shelter staff, along with Friends of Wingecarribee Animal Shelter (FOWAS) and volunteer dog walkers and cat socialisers, are all looking...
With school holidays just around the corner, kids across Wingecarribee Shire can look forward to staying active, out in the fresh...
Did you know batteries, and especially the lithium-ion variety in appliances, electronics and vapes, can cause fires when incorrectly disposed of?...
Wingecarribee’s Aboriginal community had an exciting opportunity to take part in a cultural burn within Gibbergunyah Reserve last weekend. The burn...
Prepare to be charmed, informed and entertained by Wingecarribee Shire Council’s second-ever Koala Karaoke Party on September 13 at the Empire...
Wingecarribee Shire Council Recognised as Bronze Partner by NSW Sustainability Advantage Program! We are happy to share some exciting news with...
Want to feel inspired to do something good for your home and neighbourhood? Tap into the practical knowledge of sustainability experts...
Energy bill going through the roof? Can’t warm your home quickly enough? We’re hosting a workshop you won’t want to miss!...
Interested in a unique opportunity to witness the journey water takes before it reaches your home? Join one of our tours...
Once this year’s Tulip Time festival is over, tens of thousands of tulip bulbs will be handed out to community members...
Let’s celebrate the completion of Bundanoon’s new off-leash dog park together, this Saturday 19th August at 11am. Bundanoon dogs and their...
Wingecarribee Shire Council is calling for expressions of interest from local environmentally sustainable living businesses and community groups to be part...
Thoughts are turning to the return of Spring in Wingecarribee with Tulip Time Tickets now on sale. Entry to the daytime...
Saturday July 15 promises a night of fun, laughter and spotting familiar local faces among the seafaring marauders on stage at...
Wingecarribee Shire Council’s trial of an innovative new bitumen pavement to help fast-track works on Station Street is paying dividends for...
Welcome news for motorists today – new technology, combined with continuing construction after dark, will put the Station Street Upgrade back...
Community focus groups will inform decisions around expanding waste collection services across our shire, to include an extra 2,000 homes in...
We all want our shire to prosper and thrive, and in the lead up to the 2023 NSW State Government Elections,...
An Economic Development Strategy prepared by the Canberra Region Joint Organisation (CRJO), outlining key pillars for future economic growth for councils...
In a bid to provide more inclusive engagement with the Highlands community, Wingecarribee Shire Council is calling on residents to provide...
So that community members can vote with confidence that candidates in the September 2024 Council elections are coming from a sense...
Sustainability matters to our community and the team at Wingecarribee Shire Council’s Community Recycling Centre (CRC) strive to reflect those values...
A big year ahead for high priority capital works is reflected in Wingecarribee Shire Council’s commitment to delivering more than $84...
First published 16 June 2023 We’re taking steps to provide residents with the best experience possible when interacting with Council, starting...
First published 16 June 2023 People and culture play a vital role in managing and developing the council’s workforce, ensuring effective...
First Published: 15 June 2023 As we work together with our community to create an even better future for our...
Interested in a unique opportunity to witness the journey water takes before it reaches your home? Join one of our tours...
As Spring returns, the natural splendour of our Shire comes back to life. We must all do our part to maintain...
Thinking about switching to solar energy for your home or business? SunSPOT is an easy and convenient way to explore your...
Community focus groups will inform decisions around expanding waste collection services across our shire, to include an extra 2,000 homes in...
An Economic Development Strategy prepared by the Canberra Region Joint Organisation (CRJO), outlining key pillars for future economic growth for councils...
Local contractors are encouraged to apply for Wingecarribee Shire Council’s Plant and Equipment Hire Tender (Tender No. T-2022-23) via the NSW...
We’re making great progress with upgrades to Old South Road. The next stage will require a temporary closure to all through...
Thanks Kangaloon locals, for letting us know the road improvements we’ve recently completed along Kangaloon Road are so appreciated. More works...
The reconstruction of Kirkham Street in Moss Vale was completed last week, making it easier for workers, students, and residents to...
Another major road project has now been finalised in Bowral that will help make getting in and around Bowral much easier....
It’s now a smooth ride along Station Street though getting there has been bumpy! With the reopening of vastly improved parking...
Council will be constructing a new 1.2 metre-wide concrete footpath through Balmoral Reserve and along the west side of Wilson Drive....
Thoughts are turning to the return of Spring in Wingecarribee with Tulip Time Tickets now on sale. Entry to the daytime...
Time for a heart-warming pie to take the edge off the Winter chill? Dozens of local pie experiences are among ‘100...
Winter’s Wonderful is a new campaign to inspire travellers to experience for themselves the spectacular landscapes, cherished heritage, thriving food and...
This year’s Tulip Time celebrations have delivered an estimated $1.8 million to the Shire’s economy with a record number of guests...
Bowral-based food entrepreneur Stefano Marvello has put the Southern Highlands atop of every food lover’s must-visit list after snaring gold at...
Wingecarribee Shire’s 2022 Tulip Time celebrations are set to shine after dark when the festivities return in September this year. The...
Did you know batteries, and especially the lithium-ion variety in appliances, electronics and vapes, can cause fires when incorrectly disposed of?...
Want to see your garden thrive throughout the growing season? We are thrilled to share an exciting opportunity to gain knowledge...
The importance our community places on sustainability saw Wingecarribee Shire come away from this year’s AgSafe Stewardship Awards, a winner. The...
In a ground-breaking move towards a greener future, the Resource Recovery Centre has introduced free electronic waste drop-off services. Starting now,...
