8 July, 2026 Lost and displaced companion animals have found a new safe haven in Gunnedah Shire Council’s next-generation Animal Impound Facility. The purpose-built facility on Quia Road was officially opened by the Shire’s Mayor, Colleen Fuller OAM, today (Wednesday, 8 July) and includes a modern shelter, free-range exercise yards, veterinary treatment room, office space, rehoming orientation yard, and a public reception area. The $1.9 million-dollar project was jointly funded by the NSW Stronger Country…

25 June, 2026 Integrated Planning and Reporting - Operational Plan 2026/27 and Fees and Charges 2026/27 adopted Council’s Operational Plan 2026/7 and Fees and Charges 2026/7 have been adopted following a period of public engagement. The Operational Plan details the works and services that Council intends to undertake during the next financial year. The Fees and Charges schedule contain details on all fees Council intends to charge and recover for services provided, other than services…

15 June, 2026 Secondary students are invited to explore the world of civic leadership by applying to be Mayor for a Day. Year 10, 11 and 12 students from the Gunnedah Shire are eligible to participate in the interactive program as part of NSW Local Government Week (3-9 August). Local Government Week is an annual initiative, which aims to stimulate interest in local democracy and promote the role local government plays in the community. Council…

Gunnedah Shire Council is inviting passionate community members to join our Australia Day Working Group!  We’re looking for enthusiastic people of all ages who are keen to contribute ideas and be a valued part of creating a memorable day for our community. As a member of the Working Group, you’ll: ✅ attend monthly meetings and share your ideas, opinions, and feedback ✅ help shape meaningful and inclusive activities for the Shire ✅ play a hands-on…

Friday, 29 May, 2026 East Tamworth Rezoning Proposal Council will make a submission to the Department of Planning, Housing and infrastructure in opposition of a proposed rezoning near the Tamworth CBD due to a lack of information in the proposal about water supply. The proposed rezoning from Homes NSW for 16.5 hectares of government-owned land within the Tamworth Regional Local Government Area aims to amend the Tamworth Regional Local Environmental Plan 2010 (Tamworth Regional LEP)…

29 May, 2026 Gunnedah Shire’s Rainbow Serpent Water Feature is whole again after an extensive restoration project. The project was carried out by Waterforms International and included the restoration of 29 glass mosaic tiles individually designed and hand-crafted by nine women in the Kamilaroi Women’s Group – the late Ellen Draper with Shirley Long, Janet Wanless, the late Delma Jones, Gloria Foley, Cindy Foley, June Cox, Alison Cox and Rita Long. The 500mm mosaics, featuring…

13 May, 2026 Local residents experienced first-hand the everyday challenges people with mobility issues face when they undertook an access awareness activity in the Gunnedah CBD last week. Fifteen participants from Gunnedah Shire Council, Council’s Access Working Group and Sunnyfield Disability Services formed groups and moved through Conadilly Street using wheelchairs, walking aids, prams, crutches, and glasses simulating various vision conditions. The activity was held to raise awareness of accessibility and supports actions within Council’s…