29 September, 2025 New supervision requirements will kick in for children under 15 at the start of the summer season at the Gunnedah Memorial Pool Complex. When the outdoor pool and splash pool open on Saturday, 4 October, additional conditions of entry will be in place as Council implements the Keep Watch at Public Pools initiative across the rest of the complex. The industry-driven program is administered by Royal Life Saving Society of Australia (RLSSA…

  When: Wednesday, 1 November, 1pm - 4pm Where: Gunnedah Waste Management Facility, 418 Quia Road, Gunnedah You can drop off the following household problem waste free of charge: Garden chemicals Household cleaners Poisons Pool chemicals Motor oils, fluids and fuels Vapes Pharmaceuticals Other household chemicals Please note, only household quantities are accepted (20L or 20kg). For more information, visit www.cleanout.com.au

25 September, 2025 Gunnedah Shire Council’s draft strategy planning for the Shire’s employment land needs over the next 20 years is on public exhibition. Council’s Director Community and Development Andrew Johns said the Draft Gunnedah Shire Employment Land Strategy (ELS) provided a comprehensive framework for the utilisation of employment land to support population growth and economic diversification. “The ELS considers local and regional policies, demographics, economic performance, market trends, consultation with the public and private…

24 September, 2025 Rural and Regional Summit Gunnedah Shire Council has resolved to write to the Premier’s Department requesting a Rural and Regional Summit in Gunnedah to include the themes of health, roads, crime, and disaster preparedness. Council will also allocate a budget of $10,000 to cover the scoping of any expenses associated with facilitating the summit should the request be granted. Motions for 2025 Local Government NSW Annual Conference Councillors resolved to submit six…

18 September, 2025 Gunnedah Shire Council has launched its 2025-26 round of the Section 356 Community and Sports Small Grants Program, and eligible groups are invited to apply. Since its inception 21 years ago, almost $600,000 has been awarded to initiatives that support the work and interests of, our amazing not-for-profit, charitable, community and sporting groups. Gunnedah Shire Mayor Colleen Fuller said the level of funding available under the program was dependent on the project…

18 September, 2025 Six Gunnedah Shire residents will call Australia home after becoming citizens on Australian Citizenship Day. Australian Citizenship Day is celebrated annually on 17 September and is a day for Australians to reflect on the meaning and importance of Australian citizenship, and the responsibilities and privileges we have as citizens. A ceremony at The Civic was officiated by Gunnedah Shire Mayor Colleen Fuller and Federal Member for Parkes Jamie Chaffey. Mayor Fuller welcomed…

 10 September, 2025 Young people ready to embark on the next stage of their educational journey can get a helping hand through the Gunnedah Community Scholarship Fund. Applications for the 2026 round are now open to all local students under the age of 25 who meet the eligibility criteria and are seeking to further their education or training at a university, TAFE, or an accredited training organisation. Scholarship Fund Working Group Chair Councillor Linda Newell…