Tenterfield Shire Council

01/06/2026

Council recently met with the NSW Government’s Drought Coordinator, Mr Ray Willis, to discuss current drought conditions in Tenterfield.

The visit included discussions with farming producers in Mingoola on the range of drought support measures currently available, though the clear message was that more needed to be done to support farmers across the region.

📄 Read the full media release:
www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/content/uploads/2026/05/Media-Release-Tenterfield-Shire-Council-Meeting-with-NSW-Drought-Coordinator.pdf

View the presentations from the NSW Drought Coordinator and Department of Primary Industries:
www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/community/drought-recovery

Other rural support services are available locally through the Rural Financial Counselling Service NSW - Tenterfield Office, including:
• Financial and business planning support
• Drought and disaster assistance information
• Farm Household Allowance support
• Farm Debt Mediation
• Grant and loan program guidance
• Succession planning discussions
• Referrals to additional support services

Council acknowledges the ongoing challenges being experienced across our region and remains committed to advocating for practical, timely support for our farming community.

01/06/2026

Council is seeking an experienced Community Compliance Officer (Ranger) to join the team.

This is a hands-on and rewarding role suited to someone who enjoys working both outdoors and within the community. The successful applicant will take pride in delivering fair, practical and effective compliance outcomes that support community safety and contribute positively to the region.

👉 applynow.net.au/jobs/303661
⏱️ Applications close 30 June 2026

If you’re looking to make a difference in your local community, we’d love to hear from you!

31/05/2026

ROAD CLOSURE REMINDER

Works begin on Rouse Street North today, for approximately two months (weather permitting).

IMPORTANT DETOUR INFORMATION:

Access to properties and residences north of the Rouse Street causeway will be maintained via the signed detour route.

Detour access to the northern end of Rouse Street will be via Drummond Street, Pelham Street and Old Ballandean Road.

Static signage will be in place to direct traffic and highlight the detour route for all road users and emergency services.

Please contact Council’s Infrastructure Service Department on (02) 6736 6001 with any enquiries.

29/05/2026

RECYCLING REMINDER ♻️

Our waste collection team has noticed a few recent instances of contaminated recycling bins (yellow lid bins).

Please remember:
Items such as plastic bags, nappies, food waste, clothing, cords, small loose items and construction waste should NOT go in your yellow recycling bin.

Contaminated recycling doesn’t just impact the environment, it can also cost Council and the community significant $$$ when entire recycling loads are rejected due to contamination and sent to landfill instead.

Before placing items in your recycling bin:
✅ Keep recyclables loose
✅ Flatten cardboard boxes
✅ Empty and rinse recyclable containers✅ Keep plastic bags and soft plastics out

For more information about what can and can’t be recycled, visit Council’s recycling page: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/services/waste-recycling/recycling-2

☕ Fact: Takeaway coffee cups cannot be recycled in your yellow bin. While they may look like cardboard, most coffee cups contain a plastic lining which prevents them from being processed through standard recycling systems.

28/05/2026

EnergyCo is seeking new members to join the New England REZ Community Reference Groups.

There are 2 vacancies on both of the North and South Community Reference Group (4 in total).

The groups provide an opportunity for community members to share local knowledge, raise issues and provide feedback as the New England REZ project progresses.

EnergyCo is particularly seeking people who can represent local community, environmental and business interests.

Find more details: www.energyco.nsw.gov.au/ne/working-community

To apply, complete the application form (https://shorturl.at/VPaoQ) and send via email to: [email protected].

Applications close Friday 5 June.

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28/05/2026

📢 Help Shape Community Engagement & Participation in Tenterfield Shire

Council is inviting community feedback on the Draft Community Engagement Strategy & Community Participation Plan 2026, now on Public Exhibition.

This Plan outlines how Council engages with the community and supports participation in decision-making processes across the Shire.

🗓 Public Exhibition Period
Thursday, 28 May 2026 to Friday, 26 June 2026

View the documents:
• Council Administration Office
• Tenterfield Library
• Online at:: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/your-council/council-documents/public-exhibition-documents

💬 Submissions are welcome until 5.00pm Friday, 26 June 2026.

27/05/2026

💧 REMINDER | Have Your Say on Proposed Water Restriction Trigger Changes

📅 Submissions close this Friday, 29 May 2026.

While some recent rainfall has been a very welcome sight for Tenterfield town, maintaining our town dam at 75% capacity, we know this rain hasn’t fallen evenly. We acknowledge that severe drought conditions continue to heavily impact our surrounding rural communities and villages.

It is with our water security in mind that Council is proposing proactive updates to our water restriction "trigger levels", to act sooner to protect the water supply of town before it gets critically low.

Planning during this steadier period allows us to act sooner to protect our town supply before it gets critically low, ensuring we are prepared when dry spells occur.

What does this proposed change mean?
* Restrictions would begin at 80% dam capacity (instead of waiting until 70%).
* Each level steps up slightly earlier to stretch out our water supply for longer.
* Stronger restrictions would kick in at 40% capacity instead of 15% to avoid emergency shortages.

We want to make sure these rules are practical, fair, and balanced for every household and local business.

📖 Read the plan & submit your thoughts:
www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/your-council/council-documents/public-exhibition-documents

Send your written feedback to [email protected] or PO Box 214, Tenterfield NSW 2372.

26/05/2026

NOTICE | PUBLIC FORUM SPEAKERS

A Community Consultation Session will be held prior to the Ordinary Council Meeting, Wednesday, 27 May 2026 – starting at 9.00am, it shall be live streamed to Councils YouTube Channel.

Four applications to speak have been received by close of business on Monday, 25 May 2026.

The following people shall be speaking regarding the following items listed in the Business Paper.

• Zoe Olive (ITEM ENV6/26)
MT LINDESAY ROAD PRIVATE WATER LINE

• Kevin Markwell (ITEM COM10/26)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF THE SCHOOL OF ARTS TENTERFIELD INCORPORATED QUARTERLY REPORT FROM JANUARY TO MARCH 2026

• Graham Waller (ITEM ECO12/26)
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION 2025.113 BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM – LOT 1 DP 777724, OLD RACECOURSE ROAD, TENTERFIELD

• David Arguelles (ITEM ECO13/26)
DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION 2026.033 ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS TO EXISTING RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY – MILRACE AGED CARE COMMUNITY, 422 ROUSE STREET, TENTERFIELD

26/05/2026

NOTICE | ADDENDUM TO ITEM ENV9/26

An addendum item for the Ordinary Council Meeting on 27 May 2026 has been added to Council’s website.

You can find all Council Business Papers here: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/your-council/council-committee-meetings/council-business-papers

26/05/2026

Planned Power Outage Notification ⚠️

Residents are advised that Essential Energy has scheduled a planned power outage in parts of Tenterfield township on:

📅 Thursday, 28 May 2026
🕘 9.00am to 4.00pm

The outage is required to allow Essential Energy crews to safely carry out improvements to the electricity network.

Council facilities expected to be impacted include:
• Federation Park lights
• Memorial Swimming Baths
• Rotary Park kiosk and toilets
• Sports Complex
• Sewerage pumps
• Water Tower
• Areas of Rouse Street, Petrie Street and Pelham Street, Tenterfield.

Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and take precautions such as:
🔌 Unplugging sensitive appliances
💧 Storing adequate water if reliant on electric pumps
❄️ Minimising opening of fridges and freezers during the outage

For updates or more information, contact Essential Energy on 13 20 80 or visit: www.essentialenergy.com.au/outages-and-faults/power-outages