World Superbike Champion Announced as 2025 Australia Day Ambassador Published on 08 January 2025 Warwick Nowland, World Superbike Champion, has been announced as the Australia Day Ambassador for Bland Shire in 2025. Known for his incredible career in motorsport, Warwick’s journey from a small country town to the pinnacle of the World Superbike Championship is a testament to the power of perseverance, passion, and the unyielding pursuit of excellence. Tagged as: , Media Releases
2025 Bland Shire Australia Day Award Nominees Announced Published on 07 January 2025 Bland Shire Council is proud to announce the nominees for the 2025 Australia Day Awards, celebrating the outstanding contributions of local individuals, teams, and groups. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Waste Management Services in Bland Shire: What You Need to Know Published on 18 December 2024 Bland Shire Council continues to look for ways to improve waste management services and will be undertaking a Waste Management Strategy in the near future, to both meet our legislated responsibilities and to better plan the costs and practicalities of expanding services toward the future. Tagged as: , Environment
DC-3 Dakota Warbird on the Move Published on 15 November 2024 Bland Shire’s iconic warbird, the DC-3 (C-47) Dakota aircraft was recently relocated to begin a significant and thorough restoration, ensuring its preservation for future generations. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Mayor and Deputy Mayor Announced for the new Term Published on 16 October 2024 Bland Shire Council General Manager, Grant Baker has announced the results of the Mayoral Election which was held at the Council meeting on Tuesday 15 October 2024. Congratulations goes to Councillor Brian Monaghan who was re-elected as Mayor and Councillor Lisa Minogue elected as the Deputy Mayor. Tagged as: , Announcements
Opening of Cooinda Water Course and West Wyalong Tennis Club House Published on 06 August 2024 Some of our local facilities were highlighted recently with Member for Cootamundra Steph Cooke and Bland Shire Council Mayor Brian Monaghan opening the Cooinda Water Course and West Wyalong Tennis Club clubhouse. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Extension of Mobile Library Services to Bland Shire Villages Published on 28 June 2024 Bland Shire Council has announced a new partnership with Riverina Regional Library to enhance access to library services for residents in four of its village communities from July 1 2024.This collaboration will see the extension of the mobile library service to Ungarie, Weethalle, Tallimba and Barmedman, bringing a wealth of resources and opportunities directly to village residents. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Opening of the Bland Shire Youth Centre Published on 12 April 2024 On Thursday 11 April, the Bland Shire Youth Centre opened its doors to the Youth of the Bland Shire for the first time. Youth and officials gathered at the Centre to enjoy live performances by local talents, including Leah Brohan, Jake Jewell and Breakfast at Noon. The entertainment was paired with a grazing table and pizza dinner, provided by the Council in celebration of the opening. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Bland Shire Announces Winners of 2024 Australia Day Awards Published on 31 January 2024 Bland Shire Council announced the winners of the Bland Shire Australia Day Awards for 2024 at the Australia Day Awards Ceremony held in Barnado Park on Friday January 26. Tagged as: , Announcements
Vale Councillor Bruce Baker Published on 08 January 2024 Bland Shire Mayor Councillor Brian Monaghan has advised of the passing of Cr Bruce Baker at the weekend. Tagged as: , Media Releases