Jo Rodda- Wentworth Shire Councillor

27/10/2026

21/10/2026

The horrific attack on Independent Federal MP Dr Helen Haines outside her electorate office in Wangaratta is extremely disturbing.

I am deeply saddened by the attack and extend my deepest sympathies to Helen, her husband Phil, her family and her staff during this unimaginably painful time.

This horrendous incident is absolutely devastating and a blight to the very fabric of our grassroots democracy. Violence, intimidation, and aggression against public officials have absolutely no place in our society.

I stand in solidarity with our Victorian neighbours, the people of Indi and the Wangaratta community. My thoughts are with Helen and her familiy and I extend upmost strength and best wishes to Helen as she remains in a critical condition. 💔

21/10/2026

Week three of Wentworth Shire Council’s new three-bin service is upon us and here is a a reminder of which bins to place out on your usual collection day.
✅ FOGO (green lid) – collected weekly
✅ General Waste (red sticker) – collected the following fortnightly
❌ Recycling (yellow lid) – collected next week (26–30 October 2026)
Not sure which bins are due for collection? Check your collection calendar to confirm your scheduled collection day and service.
For more information about the three-bin system or to view your collection calendar, visit Halve Waste (https://halvewaste.com.au/)
If you have any questions, contact Wentworth Shire Council on (03) 5027 5027.
Thank you for helping make the transition to the new three-bin system a success

As we head into the third week of Wentworth Shire’s new three-bin service, here’s a reminder of which bins to place out on your usual collection day next week.

✅ FOGO (green lid) – collected weekly
✅ General Waste (red sticker) – collected the following week (19–23 October 2026)

❌ Recycling (yellow lid) – collected next week (26–30 October 2026)

Not sure which bins are due for collection? Check your collection calendar to confirm your scheduled collection day and service.

For more information about the three-bin system or to view your collection calendar, visit Halve Waste (https://halvewaste.com.au/)

If you have any questions, contact Wentworth Shire Council on (03) 5027 5027.

Thank you for helping make the transition to the new three-bin system a success.

21/10/2026

The Wentworth and Dareton Swimming Pools will open for the 2026/2027 swimming season on Saturday 31 October.
Opening hours, admission charges and further information is available via the link below

Wentworth and Dareton Swimming Pools will open for the 2026/2027 swimming season on Saturday 31 October.

Plan your visit and find opening hours, admission charges and further information on the Wentworth Shire Council Public Swimming Pools page: https://www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/community/our-residents/public-swimming-pools/

27/09/2026

Tonight & tomorrow night at the Australian Inland Botanic Gardens Mildura-Wentworth 🎼

Australian Inland Botanic Gardens (Magenta Woolshed)
5.30pm to late 27th & 28th
1183 River Rd, Buronga NSW 2739

Barbeque $10 per person
Dance $15 per person (tickets at door)

27th September | 7:00pm - 10pm
Half Shot Duo - Donella & Greg
Nicole Matthews
Gavin Chatelier

28th September | 7:00pm - 10pm
Lydia D’Lasselle
Joe Musico
Dwayne Elix
Mildura Country Music Festival - new

27/09/2026

A lovely afternoon at Wentworth Wharf at the Mildura Country Music Festival - new 🎼

24/09/2026

This afternoon Coomealla High School celebrated 50 years. Well done to all involved 👌

18/09/2026

Don't forget the 2026 Pooncarie Races Saturday 19th September

👇 2026 RACE DAY INFO👇
🏇 GATES OPEN at 11am - Entry is $30 for adults includes a race book (under 18’s free).
🏇 The forecast is for 30 degrees with light winds so be sure to pack your sun protection and stay hydrated.
🏇 Remember to bring CASH for bookmakers & catering. EFTPOS will be available for gate entry & bar/drink tickets, however it’s not always 100% reliable in the bush.
🏇 TICKETS are also available to purchase online at https://www.ticketebo.com.au/pooncarieraces
🏇 BAR opens at 11am - DRINK TICKETS will be sold separately (located in the white tent just past the horse stables), please purchase PRIOR to heading to the bar.
🏇 Strictly NO BYO alcohol or glass.
🏇 FASHIONS ON THE FIELD starts off with the kids events at 12.30pm (registrations open at 11.00am).
🏇 FIRST RACE kicks off at 1.10pm.
🏇 NO dogs/pets allowed.
🏇 The township SHUTTLE BUS runs from approximately 11.00am until 6.30pm (gold coin donation).
🏇 Please remember that due to the increased demand on our phone towers there will only be limited TELSTRA phone service on the day.
🏇 Camping available at the Multipurpose Park located on Cemetery Road, Pooncarie.

👇 2026 RACE DAY INFO👇

🏇 GATES OPEN at 11am - Entry is $30 for adults includes a race book (under 18’s free).

🏇 The forecast is for 30 degrees with light winds so be sure to pack your sun protection and stay hydrated.

🏇 Remember to bring CASH for bookmakers & catering. EFTPOS will be available for gate entry & bar/drink tickets, however it’s not always 100% reliable in the bush.

🏇 TICKETS are also available to purchase online at https://www.ticketebo.com.au/pooncarieraces

🏇 BAR opens at 11am - DRINK TICKETS will be sold separately (located in the white tent just past the horse stables), please purchase PRIOR to heading to the bar.

🏇 Strictly NO BYO alcohol or glass.

🏇 FASHIONS ON THE FIELD starts off with the kids events at 12.30pm (registrations open at 11.00am).

🏇 FIRST RACE kicks off at 1.10pm.

🏇 NO dogs/pets allowed.

🏇 The township SHUTTLE BUS runs from approximately 11.00am until 6.30pm (gold coin donation).

🏇 Please remember that due to the increased demand on our phone towers there will only be limited TELSTRA phone service on the day.

🏇 Camping available at the Multipurpose Park located on Cemetery Road, Pooncarie.

18/09/2026

Saturday 26 September | 9:45am to 11:45am.

Some of Australia's oldest road-going vehicles are heading to Wentworth.

The 2026 RACV Pre-05 Pioneers Rally will bring 28 historic vehicles to the region, all built before 1905. Entrants will travel from Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania, creating one of the largest gatherings of pioneer vehicles in Australia.

Don't miss the opportunity to see these rare vehicles up close at Strother Park, Wentworth (home of Big Yabbie "Herbie") from 9:45am to 11:45am on Saturday 26 September.

Owners will be available to answer questions and share the stories behind their vehicles, helping preserve an important part of motoring history for future generations.

📷 Bring your camera and enjoy a unique look at automotive innovation from more than a century ago.