Council news & updates

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Temporary Closure of Reflections Carpark, Morgo Street Urunga

Published on 03 November 2025

Please be advised the Reflections car park (opposite the Ocean View Hotel, Urunga) will be closed from 8pm Saturday 8 November to 3pm Sunday 9 November 2025.

Tagged as: , Public Notices

Mayoral Column: Creative Bellingen, Shire of Festivals

Published on 03 November 2025

Our vision for the Bellingen Shire community is for us to be connected, sustainable and creative, and part of that spirit are the many festivals that the Bellingen Shire is lucky enough to host.

Tagged as: , Media Releases

Students and Elders Shape Dorrigo’s New Footbridge

Published on 31 October 2025

Bellingen Shire Council is in the process of upgrading Dorrigo’s Bielsdown River footbridge and through the integration of student-led artwork, will create a bridge that tells the story of place and community.

Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases

Short Cut Road Upgrade Complete

Published on 31 October 2025

Bellingen Shire Council is proud to announce the successful completion of the Short Cut Road upgrade, a vital project enhancing freight movement and local connectivity.

Tagged as: , Improvement Works, Media Releases

Temporary Road Closure of River Street, Mylestom

Published on 28 October 2025

From 8:30am-3:00pm on Saturday, 8 November, a small section of River Street, Mylestom, will be closed throughout the Mylestom Mollusc Festival.

Tagged as: , Announcements

Future of Bellingen Courthouse discussed at Council Meeting

Published on 20 October 2025

Council has resolved to continue working with the community to identify and secure philanthropic or alternative external funding sources to enable refurbishment and activation of the Courthouse for community use.

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Bellingen Shire Council Targets Priority Invasive Weeds This Spring

Published on 13 October 2025

Invasive plants like Cockspur Coral Tree, Seeded Banana and Long Leaf Willow Primrose are setting seeds and spreading throughout the Shire, posing threats to native vegetation, local waterways and biodiversity.

Tagged as: , Environment, Media Releases

Voices for Unity: Poetry Slam Explores the Meaning of Solidarity

Published on 02 October 2025

Brave local poets developed and performed their poetry at Bellingen Shire Council’s Slam Poetry event held at the Bellingen Memorial Hall.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Media Releases

2026 Community Awards Program Opens with Three New Awards Categories

Published on 01 October 2025

Nominations for the 2026 Bellingen Shire Council Community Awards Program are now open, an annual celebration recognising the unsung heroes of the Bellingen Shire who dedicate their time, energy, and creativity to strengthen our community.

Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration, Media Releases

Closure of Urunga Lido and Surrounding Area

Published on 30 September 2025

On Tuesday 30 September Crown Lands closed the Urunga lido and surrounding grass area between the lido and caravan park. During the closure Crown lands will complete site sampling to continue their investigation into the asbestos found at the lido in June 2025.