Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council

04/09/2026

Do you own this little fellow or know who does?
Picked up at Poets Recall Motel in Gundagai this morning.
Call CGRC on 1300459689.

03/09/2026

🐈Meet Stan and Cuddles:
😻Cuddles because she loves lots of cuddles.
😼Stan was so timid and scared it was feared he would have no chance of being rehomed.
BUT with lots of love and attention Stan has become comfortable and secure and is posing for the camera all by himself.
😸They are nicely settled into their new home after being adopted by a great family in Gundagai.
🐾They were cats that were caught through CGRC cat trapping process that is in operation in areas of concern.
CGRC Rangers doing their best for abandoned and lost animals.

02/09/2026

🌼 WATTLE TIME FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS POSTPONED 🌼

It is with great disappointment that we announce the postponement of the Wattle Time Festival of Lights.

The forecasted rain on Satruday presents significant risks for our performers, suppliers, electrical equipment, attractions, volunteers and visitors. While this is not the outcome we had hoped for, the safety of everyone involved must come first.

The good news is that the festival is postponed, not cancelled! We are working to confirm a new date and will share further details as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

We cannot wait to light up Cootamundra with you on a safer and brighter evening! ✨🌼

02/09/2026

🌼 WATTLE TIME FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS POSTPONED 🌼

🌼It is with great disappointment that we announce the postponement of the Wattle Time Festival of Lights.

The forecasted rain on Saturday presents significant risks for our performers, suppliers, electrical equipment, attractions, volunteers and visitors. While this is not the outcome we had hoped for, the safety of everyone involved must come first.

The good news is that the festival is postponed, not cancelled! We are working to confirm a new date and will share further details as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

We cannot wait to light up Cootamundra with you on a safer and brighter evening! ✨ 🌼

01/09/2026

POSITIONS VACANT: https://www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au/positions-vacant/
Council is currently seeking applications for:
PLANT OPERATOR – Gundagai Applications close 4/9/26
WASTE FACILITY ATTENDANT/RELIEF WASTE COLLECTION OPERATOR – Cootamundra Applications close 18/9/2026
CASUAL CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICER Applications close 4/9/2026

Applications are invited from interested persons for the above full-time position of Ranger/Regulatory Officer to be based in Cootamundra.

01/09/2026

Stay informed with the latest news and important dates from Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council:https://www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/03092026.pdf
✅ Upcoming Meetings • Demerger Transition Committee Meeting: Tuesday 8 September, 4pm • Ordinary Council Meeting: Tuesday 22 September, 6pm Both meetings will be held in the Council Chambers, Sheridan Street, Gundagai.
🚰 Fire Hydrant Inspection & Maintenance Program Council is undertaking testing, flushing and maintenance of more than 1,200 fire hydrants across Cootamundra and Gundagai to help maintain a safe and reliable water supply. Temporary water discolouration may occur during works. If experienced, simply run a cold tap for a few minutes until the water clears.
🚧 Gundagai Water Main Replacement Program Water main replacement works are underway in First Avenue, between Homer Street and Virgil Street. Traffic conditions will be altered, with one-way local traffic in place during works.
🔥 Proposed Control Burn Weather permitting, a planned control burn near Mt Parnassus and North Gundagai will take place on Friday 11 September. Residents may notice increased vehicle activity and smoke in the area.
🛣️ State Road Works • Olympic Highway w**d spraying program underway, weather permitting • Heavy patching works commence Monday 14 September on the Olympic Highway and Burley Griffin Way Motorists should drive to conditions and expect short delays.
💼 Positions Vacant Council is currently recruiting for several roles, including: • Plant Operator (Gundagai) • Waste Facility Attendant/Relief Waste Collection Operator • Casual Customer Service Officer Visit Council's website for details and application deadlines.
♻️ Recycle Right Correct recycling helps reduce landfill, conserve resources and create a cleaner, greener future for our community. Let's all do our part! 🌱
🏡 Development Notification Changes New NSW Government planning notification requirements are now in effect. Residents are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the changes and how they may affect local development notifications.

31/08/2026

📜Notice to residents in North Gundagai and Mt Parnassus area.
🪾Murrumbidgee Landcare incorporated working with Gundagai Bushcare Group and Gugga Collective have applied for approval to conduct an ecological burn on the Council-managed parcels of land below the Mt Parnassus lookout.
💧Due to rainfall and moisture, the planned burn on the Friday 21st August was unable to proceed.
🔥A new date has been set for the activity and weather permitting it will undertaken Friday 11th September by the Murrumbidgee Landcare incorporated, Gundagai Bushcare Group and Gugga Collective.
Residents near Mt Parnassus & North Gundagai may notice increased vehicle activity & smoke during the burn.

26/08/2026

Cootamundra Residents
Water Main Flushing commencing 31 August between Poole St to Hovell St and Hurley St to Lawrence St.
Due to high volume discharge during flushing activities discoloured water may be present.
If discolouration occurs residents are encouraged to run taps for 2-3 minutes.
If water remains discoloured please contact council and avoid washing whites until water is clear.

26/08/2026

To find out more:
https://www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au/positions-vacant/

26/08/2026

🚧 Community Update | Cootamundra-Gundagai Region

Here's what's happening across the region:

✅ Adams & Crown Street intersection in Cootamundra changes to a STOP sign from 28 August.

💧 More than 1,200 fire hydrants are being inspected and maintained across Cootamundra and Gundagai to help ensure a safe and reliable water supply.

🚰 Water main replacement works are underway in Gundagai, with traffic changes in place on First Avenue.

🏛️ Local Heritage Grant applications close at 9am on 31 August 2026.

🚗 Road works are scheduled on the Olympic Highway and Burley Griffin Way. Please drive to conditions and expect short delays.

🌼 It's Festival Time! 📍 Wattle Time Festival of Lights, Cootamundra – 5 September 📍 Festival of Gundagai – 18 September

🙋 Become a Community Volunteer! Our wonderful attractions and visitor experiences are seeking volunteers to help welcome visitors and spread the word about Cootamundra.

💼 We're hiring! Current vacancies include: • Ranger Regulatory Officer (Cootamundra) • Plant Operator (Gundagai) • Casual Customer Service Officer

For more information visit:https://www.cgrc.nsw.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/27082026.pdf