Our Services

Building & Planning

Council's Planning Department considers the way land is used and developed and how a development could impact an area. Building considers safe c...

Childcare

Council provides care services and early education facilities for children and families.

Community Grants

The Community Grants Program has been supported by Coal & Allied's Community Development fund since 2008.

Environmental Protection

One of the many functions of Environmental Services  is to ensure the Shire is kept in a safe and healthy environment.

Public Health

One of Council's aims is to keep the Shire in a safe and healthy environment.

Regulations and Compliance

Understand the rules and regulations from parking to food safety

Sport & Recreation in Upper Hunter Shir

Contact Council's Sports Participation Officer to find out about sport and recreational activities in the Shire.

Trees

With some good planning and effective maintenance, trees provide beautification, shelter and shade. When not maintained or if they are in poor hea...

Water and Sewage

UHSC Youth Services

Youth services are provided to young people throughout Upper Hunter Shire in Merriwa, Murrurundi and Scone.