Tenterfield Shire Council

10/09/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT | ROAD CLOSURE: WHITE SWAMP ROAD

White Swamp Road near Koreelah will be closed to through traffic from Saturday, 26 September to Monday, 5 October 2026 (inclusive) while Council replaces drainage pipes beneath the road.

📍 The closure is approximately 5.1 km north of the Mount Lindesay Road intersection.

Local property access will be maintained from each side of the closure.

⚠️ White Swamp Road will not be passable through the work site during the closure.

Please follow all temporary traffic control and detour signage.

📞 For enquiries, contact Council’s Infrastructure Service Department on (02) 6736 6001.

🗺️ Please see the detour map in comments section or at Council's website.

Read full details in the public notice online: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/content/uploads/2026/09/APPROVED-Public-Notice-White-Swamp-Rd-closure-and-detour-information.pdf

09/09/2026

ALL FIRED UP 2026 – GRANT FUNDING NOW OPEN! 🔥

Farmers can get 50% of approved costs covered to repair, service or upgrade private firefighting equipment ahead of bushfire season.

🚒 Pumps & engines
💧 Water tanks & firefighting units
🧯 Hoses, reels, nozzles & fittings
📡 UHF equipment, protective gear & more

If you’re an eligible farmer, this is a great opportunity to strengthen your fire preparedness and help protect your community.

👉 Check your eligibility and apply at blazeaid.com.au

Explore the All Fired Up Grant from BlazeAid, providing community support for farmers through funding for essential firefighting equipment. Apply now!

08/09/2026

Avoid. Record. Report.

Council is supporting the NSW Government efforts to raise awareness of H5 bird flu (avian influenza) and the important role the community can play in early detection.

More info below.

Help protect NSW’s wildlife this migration season.

Each year, short-tailed shearwaters (mutton-birds) travel thousands of kilometres from the northern Pacific to breed in south-eastern Australia.

During this migration, some birds may become exhausted and die from the stresses of the journey. Large numbers of dead shearwaters, known as 'wrecks', can be a natural part of migration.

While some seasonal mortality is expected, ongoing surveillance remains important following recent detections of H5 bird flu in wild birds in Australia.

Public reporting is a critical part of surveillance efforts and supports early detection and response activities.

As migratory seabirds return to our coastline, stay vigilant and report any sick or dead wild birds or wildlife.

If you see sick or dead birds or wildlife:

✅ Avoid contact

✅ Record what you see

✅Report sick or dead birds or other animals to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888

For more information, including what to look out for, visit https://www.dpird.nsw.gov.au/dpi/biosecurity/animal-biosecurity/avian-influenza/about-avian-influenza-and-the-risk-to-nsw

08/09/2026

Council Meeting Wrap-Up | 26 AUGUST 2026

Following Council’s August Ordinary Meeting on 26 August 2026, a number of key decisions were made relating to water, community facilities, tourism, local infrastructure and services across the Shire.

Here’s a recap of what was discussed and resolved:

• The updated Drought Management Plan was adopted, incorporating proposed changes to water restriction triggers following community consultation. A further review is expected as part of the Integrated Water Cycle Management (IWCM) project.

• The proposal to name the theatre within the Sir Henry Parkes Memorial School of Arts the “Peter Allen Theatre” was received, with the proposal now on public exhibition until 15 September 2026.

• The progress of the Angry Bull Trails project was discussed, further information on the proposed “green zone” project will be provided to Council by the proponent, prior to Council considering the matter.

• Pavement investigations and rehabilitation design for five local roads were approved, subject to final funding arrangements with the NSW Reconstruction Authority.

• A second permanent full-time Community Compliance Officer (Ranger) position was approved.

• Public Forums will now be live-streamed, following an amendment to Council’s Code of Meeting Practice adopted at the meeting. This will provide greater visibility of public presentations and participation in Council meetings.

• The Mayor acknowledged and gave thanks to the Tenterfield Regional Australia Bank Community Building Partnership, on contributions raised totalling $122,236.52 and being distributed through the local community. Congratulations to all local recipients!

📺 Council meetings are held monthly and live-streamed on our YouTube channel.

📄 For meeting calendars, agendas and minutes, visit: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/your-council/council-committee-meetings/council-business-papers

🗓️ The next Ordinary Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday, 23 September 2026.

Please note: These are unadopted minutes and remain subject to confirmation at the next Ordinary Council Meeting.

08/09/2026

💧 LEVEL 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE NOW IN PLACE

What this means for you:

🎯 Water consumption target: 250-280 litres per person per day
✅ Use of a hand-held hose for up to 30 minutes (4pm–9am)
✅ Use sprinklers for a maximum of 15 minutes (4pm–9am)
❌ Never leave a hose unattended.
💧 These restrictions apply to all properties connected to the Tenterfield Dam water supply.

Please share this information with friends, family and neighbours.

Read full details and learn more: www.tenterfield.nsw.gov.au/water-restrictions

07/09/2026

Please stay vigilant during bushfire season.

FIRE PERMITS SUSPENDED – MONDAY 7th September until MONDAY 14th September
due to the forecast High Fire Danger, all fire permits in Inverell & Tentrerfield LGA's are suspended from midnight today until Midnight Monday morning.
This measure is being taken to reduce the risk of fires starting and spreading under the heightened fire conditions.
If you currently hold a fire permit, you are unable to light new fires or stoke up existing fires during the suspension period. Please ensure any planned burns or activities requiring a permit are postponed.
Failure in complying with this suspension WILL result in heavy fines.

03/09/2026

🛠️ WE’RE HIRING: PLANT OPERATORS

Looking for a new opportunity with a local employer? Council is looking for Plant Operators to join our team.

We currently have multiple openings for both casual and full-time staff:

🔹 Casual Plant Operators
🗓️ Applications close 29 September 2026
Apply now – applynow.net.au/jobs/312437

🔹 Plant Operators (Full-time)
🗓️ Applications close 29 September 2026
Apply now – applynow.net.au/jobs/312438

📍 Opportunities in Tenterfield and Urbenville

If you have the skills and experience to operate Council’s plant and equipment and want to help keep our local roads and community infrastructure moving, we’d love to hear from you.

03/09/2026

Council is supporting NSW Government efforts to raise awareness of H5 bird flu (avian influenza) and the important role the community can play in early detection in our Shire.

We are asking residents to be alert and to report any sick or dead birds or other animals that may be affected.

H5 bird flu has caused widespread deaths among wild birds, poultry and some mammals overseas. Wild birds can spread the virus, and Australia is preparing for and responding to the potential arrival of H5 bird flu.

What to do if you see sick or dead bird or wildlife:

❌ AVOID
Please do not touch suspected animals and keep children and pets away.

📸 RECORD
Take note of what you see and where you saw it. Please take photos/videos if it is safe to do so.

📞 REPORT
Report suspected cases to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888 or by completing this form online: https://forms.bfs.dpi.nsw.gov.au/forms/23970

For more information about H5 bird flu, visit: nsw.gov.au/H5birdflu

02/09/2026

Please be aware all fire permits have been suspended - see below for details.

FIRE PERMITS SUSPENDED – THURSDAY 3rd September until MONDAY 7th September
due to the forecast High Fire Danger, all fire permits in Inverell, Tentrerfield and Glen Innes LGA's are suspended from midnight today until Midnight Monday morning.
This measure is being taken to reduce the risk of fires starting and spreading under the heightened fire conditions.
If you currently hold a fire permit, you are unable to light new fires or stoke up existing fires during the suspension period. Please ensure any planned burns or activities requiring a permit are postponed.
Failure in complying with this suspension WILL result in heavy fines.