Ordinary Council Meeting Summary – 29 April 2024 Upper Hunter Shire Council held its April Ordinary Council meeting on 29 April 2024, discussing a range of significant projects and initiatives that will shape the future of the region. Key agenda items included the Draft Delivery and Operational Plan, the Goulburn River Solar Farm Project, a new Memorandum of Understanding with Newcastle City Council, and the Murrurundi Water Strategy.
January 27 Public Holiday Closure Announcement Please note that all Admin Centres, ELC, Waste Facilities and Libraries will be closed on Monday 27 January, 2025, for the Australia Day long weekend public holiday. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday 28 January 2025.
Council Calls on Federal Government to Address Aged Care Crisis Upper Hunter Shire Council has taken a decisive step in advocating for urgent Federal support for aged care facilities in rural areas.
Merriwa Water Supply Testing Update Upper Hunter Shire Council is pleased to announce that recent radionuclide testing confirms that Merriwa's water remains safe to drink.
Australia Day Nominees Celebrate the amazing achievements of this year's Australia Day Awards Nominees.