Muswellbrook Shire Council

05/09/2026

📢 REQUEST FOR TENDER - Tender No. 2025-2026-0714

CAMPBELLS CORNER REDEVELOPMENT – DESIGN AND CONSTRUCT

Muswellbrook Shire Council invites tenders for the design finalisation and construction of the Campbells Corner Redevelopment Project in Muswellbrook.

The project primarily involves the refurbishment of the vacant retail space within the Campbells Corner building, formerly occupied by the IGA Supermarket, to provide purpose-built Council Chambers, with the remaining area repurposed as a fresh produce supermarket.

Tender documents are available through VendorPanel. Interested parties are required to register on VendorPanel to access the tender documents and submit a tender.

👉 vendorpanel.com.au/muswellbrook/tenders

A mandatory Pre-Tender Meeting and Site Visit will be held as follows:

📅 When: 11am Friday 11 September 2026
📍 Where: Muswellbrook Shire Council Administration Centre, Campbells Corner, 60–82 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook NSW 2333
📧 RSVP by COB Thursday 10 September 2026: [email protected]

⏰ The tender closes at 2pm on Thursday 1 October 2026.

Responsibility for lodgement by the deadline lies solely with the Tenderer. Information on the method of lodgement is provided in the Tender documents. The lowest or any Tender may not necessarily be accepted.

The two-envelope tendering system is used for the submission of this tender, where price and non-price items are submitted in separate envelopes/files and assessed separately.

All enquiries must be directed through the Online Forum in VendorPanel.

Muswellbrook Shire Council uses VendorPanel to advertise for quotes and tenders. The electronic tendering portal simplifies the tender process.

04/09/2026

📢 REQUEST FOR TENDER - Tender No. 2026-2027-0726

LOXTON HOUSE REFURBISHMENT AND CONSERVATION WORKS

Muswellbrook Shire Council invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the refurbishment and conservation works at Loxton House, 142–144 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook.

The project will involve the comprehensive refurbishment of the State Heritage listed building to support its adaptive reuse as a mixed-use commercial facility, including a restaurant, commercial office tenancies and associated amenities.

Works include structural remediation, roof refurbishment, heritage conservation works, accessibility upgrades, replacement of building services, internal refurbishment and fit-out, and associated external works.

Tender documents are available through VendorPanel. Interested parties are required to register on VendorPanel to access the tender documents and submit a tender.

👉 vendorpanel.com.au/muswellbrook/tenders

A mandatory Pre-Tender Meeting will be held as follows:

📅 When: 9am Friday 11 September 2026

📍 Where: Muswellbrook Shire Council Administration Centre, 60–82 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook

⏰ The tender closes at 2pm on Monday 28 September 2026.

VendorPanel Reference: VP524208

Responsibility for lodgement by the deadline lies solely with the Tenderer. Information on the method of lodgement is provided in the Tender documents.

All enquiries must be directed through the Online Forum in VendorPanel.

Muswellbrook Shire Council uses VendorPanel to advertise for quotes and tenders. The electronic tendering portal simplifies the tender process.

04/09/2026

🏇 Half-day public holiday confirmed!

The Muswellbrook Mayor’s Cup Race Day returns on Tuesday 3 November, and the NSW Government has officially approved a part-day public holiday for the Muswellbrook Local Government Area.

📅 Tuesday 3 November 2026
🕛 Public holiday | 12pm–6pm
📍 Muswellbrook LGA only

Coinciding with Melbourne Cup Day, the Mayor’s Cup Race Day is an opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of racing, entertainment and community spirit at Muswellbrook Race Club.

Please note: Schools, childcare services, businesses and other organisations may have their own arrangements for the afternoon. Please check directly with the relevant organisation for details about their operating hours or arrangements.

🏇 Muswellbrook Mayor’s Cup Race Day
📍 Muswellbrook Race Club
📅 Tuesday 3 November

04/09/2026

Development Applications currently on public exhibition 👇

More details and supporting documentation available at: https://www.muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au/public-exhibition/

📝 Submissions must be made in writing prior to close of business on the final day of exhibition.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: Facebook comments and shares are not considered formal submissions.

03/09/2026

🎬 Blue Heeler Film Festival Awards Night tickets are now available!

Who will take home a Golden Bluey? 🏆

Join us on Saturday 10 October as the 2026 Blue Heeler Film Festival winners are revealed at the Blue Carpet Awards Night at Two Rivers Wines, Denman.

See this year’s finalist films on the big screen and celebrate the talented filmmakers who have brought this year’s theme, TREASURE, to life – with winners announced across the Festival categories, including the $10,000 Open Category Prize and Best Local Film Award.

📅 Saturday 10 October 2026
⏰ From 6pm
📍 Two Rivers Wines, Denman
✨ Dress code: Black Tie with a Touch of Gold

🎟️ Limited tickets are available – secure yours now and be there when the 2026 Golden Blueys are awarded!

Reserve your spot here 👇
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blue-heeler-film-festival-2026-tickets-1998734553855

Proudly sponsored by Bengalla Mining Company & Muswellbrook Shire Council.

02/09/2026

⏰ Late opening | Thursday 3 September

Council’s Administration Centre will open at 10am on Thursday 3 September.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

📞 For emergencies, please call 6549 3700

01/09/2026

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Whether you’re in accommodation, hospitality, retail, events, attractions or tourism experiences, membership gives you the opportunity to get your business seen, connect with key tourism partners, access support and training, and have a voice in the future of tourism across our region.

Let's tell Upper Hunter Country's story together.

Find out more and join: https://upperhuntercountry.com/join-upper-hunter-country-tourism/

29/08/2026

⚠️ Heads up - magpie swooping season has started!

Magpies have begun swooping a little earlier than usual this year, so please be mindful when walking, riding or spending time outdoors.

Magpies breed from August to October and may swoop people or pets while defending the area around their nests. Swooping generally lasts about eight weeks and usually stops once the young birds leave the nest.

🐦 If you come across a swooping magpie:

• Avoid the area and take an alternative route where possible
• Don't provoke or harass the bird
• If swooped, move away from the area immediately
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses or carry an open umbrella
• Bike riders should consider dismounting and walking their bike if there is no alternative route

Council will install temporary warning signs in known swooping areas.

📞 To report a swooping magpie, contact Council on (02) 6549 3700.

Stay alert and give our feathered locals a little extra space this spring. 💛🐦

28/08/2026

Development Applications currently on public exhibition 👇

More details and supporting documentation available at: https://www.muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au/public-exhibition/

📝 Submissions must be made in writing prior to close of business on the final day of exhibition.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: Facebook comments and shares are not considered formal submissions.

27/08/2026

📣 Attention Muswellbrook Shire accommodation providers

Join Mayor Jeff Drayton and Muswellbrook Shire Council for an industry briefing covering tourism, major projects and the Muswellbrook Bypass.

📅 Tuesday 1 September, 4:30pm
📍 Council Chambers, TEC Building, 87 Hill St, Muswellbrook
✉️ RSVP by Monday 31 August: [email protected]

All accommodation providers across the Shire are encouraged to attend.