Energy Co Delivers Grants to Cassilis future infrastructure Published on 11 April 2025 Cassilis is set to benefit from a substantial $11.2 million funding boost, with the NSW Government confirming on Friday that Upper Hunter Shire Council’s applications to the Legacy Infrastructure Fund have been successful. The NSW Government has committed $45 million for the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Legacy Infrastructure Fund, to provide funding for infrastructure projects. Tagged as: , Media Releases
March 2025 - Council Meeting Recap Published on 02 April 2025 Upper Hunter Shire Council’s Ordinary Meeting, held on Monday, 31 March 2025, covered a range of important matters for the Shire, including decisions on local development, advocacy for aged care services, and community impacts from freight operations. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Works Schedule - Week Starting Monday, 24 March 2025 Published on 19 March 2025 Our crews have been working hard to maintain and improve our community infrastructure. Find out where Council is working this week. Tagged as: , Announcements
Scone CBD Revitalisation Official Opening Published on 17 March 2025 Scone CBD Revitalisation officially opens, delivering $24.7M in upgrades to roads, footpaths, lighting & public spaces—enhancing liveability, supporting local business & celebrating equine heritage. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Works Schedule - Week Starting Monday, 10 March 2025 Published on 04 March 2025 Our crews have been working hard to maintain and improve our community infrastructure. Find out where Council is working this week. Tagged as: , Announcements
Works Schedule - Week Starting Monday, 3 March 2025 Published on 26 February 2025 Our crews have been working hard to maintain and improve our community infrastructure. Find out where Council is working this week. Tagged as: , Announcements
Hunter Warbirds: Council Resolves to Enter New Lease Arrangement Published on 24 February 2025 Upper Hunter Shire Council has resolved to enter into a five-year commercial lease with aviation professionals Ross Pay and Paul Bennet to operate Hunter Warbirds. Council will now begin finalising the agreement. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council Meeting Recap 24 February 2025 Published on 24 February 2025 Upper Hunter Shire Council held its first Ordinary Council Meeting for the year, endorsing a range of initiatives to support young people, strengthen community engagement, and improve infrastructure across the region. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Works Schedule - Week Starting Monday, 17 February 2025 Published on 16 February 2025 Our crews have been working hard to maintain and improve our community infrastructure. Find out where Council is working this week. Tagged as: , Announcements
Fair Funding for the Bush: Council Calls for Greater Regional Support Published on 15 February 2025 Council is calling for stronger financial support for country councils following the release of the Your Council Report 23/24. The figures highlight the growing gap between rural and metropolitan councils, with regional communities facing increasing financial strain. Tagged as: , Media Releases