Restored Cattle Bay foreshore reserve open to public
Bega Valley Shire Council is pleased to announce the restoration of the Cattle Bay foreshore reserve in Eden has been...
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EOI open for commercial operations on Council reserves
Bega Valley Shire Council is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOI) from mobile vendors eager to operate in some of...
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Council gives the tick for several major projects
Bega Valley Shire Council recently endorsed entering into contracts for delivery of a range of significant community...
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Community feedback sought on Draft Wolumla Flood Study
Bega Valley Shire Council is seeking community feedback on the draft Wolumla Flood Study, which forms a critical part...
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Apr 2025
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Community input shapes Council’s newly adopted waste strategy
Bega Valley Shire Council has adopted its new long-term waste strategy following extensive community engagement throughout...
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Crystal clear and cutting edge – Council explains tech behind new treatment plant
Bega Valley Shire Council’s Water and Sewer Services (WaSS) team are proud to pull back the curtain on one of NSW’s most...
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Council calls for new interest in Central Waste Facility Consultative Committee
Bega Valley Shire Council is renewing a call for residents living close to the Central Waste Facility (CWF) near Wolumla...
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Merimbula Airport Precinct set for next phase of improvements
Works will soon commence to remove the temporary fencing along Arthur Kaine Drive, north of the Merimbula Airport terminal,...
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EOIs open for recruitment Volunteer Expo in May
Bega Valley Shire Council is calling for Bega Valley volunteer organisations to register an Expression of Interest (EOI)...
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Landmark Bega Water Treatment Plant now open
The taps of the new $20.8 million Bega-Tathra Water Treatment Plant have officially been switched on, marking the historic...
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Council proposes new approach to boost affordable housing
In continued efforts to address housing affordability, Bega Valley Shire Council is proposing a new policy to help fund...
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Skate and music event in Eden to celebrate Youth Week
Bega Valley Shire Council invites young people aged between 12 and 24 years to celebrate NSW Youth Week at the Rhythm...
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Put our communities first this federal election
Bega Valley Shire Council has called for all parties and candidates in this year’s federal election to put our communities...
Mar 2025
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New Pambula Sporting Complex multi-use pavilion opened
Bega Valley Shire Mayor, Russell Fitzpatrick and Member for Bega, Dr Michael Holland, welcomed the community to an open...
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Outdoor swimming pool season ends Sunday 30 March
As the end of March approaches, so does the end of another outdoor pool season in the Bega Valley.
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Join the Community Book Selection Day at Bega Library
Bega Valley Shire Council invites the community to participate in a book selection day at Bega Library on Saturday 5...
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Council seeks community feedback on draft Delegations Policy
Bega Valley Shire Council is inviting community feedback after resolving to place its new draft Delegations Policy on...
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Be part of the change: Help shape the future of Cuttagee Bridge
Bega Valley Shire Council has engaged the services of GHD, a leading engineering and consulting firm, to partner with...
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Sewer jetting maintenance scheduled for parts of Pambula Beach
Residents in parts of Pambula Beach have been asked to take some simple steps in preparation for sewer jetting, starting...
Feb 2025
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Community feedback sought on potential changes to public land use policy
Bega Valley Shire Council is seeking feedback from the community on proposed changes to its public land use policy and...
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Expressions of Interest invited for waste facility Consultative Committee
Bega Valley Shire Council is calling for expressions of interest from community members keen to have a voice in the operations...
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Overwhelming response to Tideland: Art + Word Poetry Challenge
The Bega Valley Shire Library, SECCA (South East Centre for Contemporary Art) and the South Coast Writers Centre are...
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Council engages specialist to upgrade Brogo-Bermagui water reservoir
Bega Valley Shire Council has engaged industry specialists, A1 Quality Concrete Tanks to demolish an existing drinking...
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Council commits to supporting emergency communications in Tathra
Bega Valley Shire Council has reaffirmed its commitment to improving emergency communications in the Tathra area, while...
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Major watermains renewal contract awarded
Bega Valley Shire Council has awarded a two-year contract to Blackas Pipelines and Excavations Pty Ltd for the renewal...
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Council’s Affordable Housing Strategy progressing well
The implementation of Bega Valley Shire Council’s Affordable Housing Strategy is progressing well, with recent developments...
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Watergums Creek Bridge replacement complete
Wonboyn residents are benefitting from improved access, safety and resilience following the completion of the new Watergums...
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Stimulating program for Silver Summit Seniors Conference
Bega Valley Shire Mayor, Russell Fitzpatrick invites seniors to an entertaining and illuminating, free extravaganza as...
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Fluoridation to be introduced to Brogo-Bermagui water supply
Residents connected to the Brogo-Bermagui water supply network will soon benefit from additional treatment measures aimed...
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Community project proposal applications close in March
Bega Valley Shire Council reminds community and volunteer groups, applications to formally propose major projects on...
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Learn how to apply for grants at our free online webinar
Bega Valley Shire Council is hosting a free online webinar on how to secure grant funding for community groups and businesses...
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Introducing two new SECCA exhibitions and our Gallery Director
Two new exhibitions will be launched by Bega Valley Shire Mayor, Russell Fitzpatrick at SECCA (South East Centre for...
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AR Bluett Memorial Award officially presented to Council
Bega Valley Shire Council was presented today with the most prestigious award for outstanding achievement in local government,...
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2025 Community grants open for application
Bega Valley Shire Council’s Community Grants Program is now open for applications.
Jan 2025
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New co-working space at Bermagui Library
Bermagui residents and visitors can now have a new place to work or study remotely thanks to the opening of a new co-working...
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Have your say on Council’s draft 10-year Waste Strategy
Bega Valley Shire Council is inviting the community to provide feedback on the newly developed Draft Waste Strategy 2025-2035:...
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Community invited to Clean-Up Australia Day events in the Bega Valley
Bega Valley Shire Council is proudly taking part in Clean Up Australia Day and invites all residents to join this important...
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NSW Valuer General land revaluations have arrived
Bega Valley Shire Council CEO, Anthony McMahon says as property owners are now receiving their Notice of Valuation letter...
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Everyone is invited to Australia Day celebrations
Bega Valley Shire Council invites the shire’s residents to its Australia Day celebrations on Sunday 26 January with a...
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Have your say on pet recreation areas in the Bega Valley
Bega Valley Shire Council is seeking community input about companion animal control areas across the shire.
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Volunteers needed for literacy hub support
Bega Valley Shire Library is calling for volunteers to help support a group of women from culturally and linguistically...
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