Narrabri Shire Council

Narrabri Shire Council

Government Administration

NARRABRI, NSW 1,928 followers

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About us

Narrabri Shire is located in the north-west of New South Wales, in the Namoi Valley, with a current population of approximately 14,000 residents. Covering an area of approximately 13,000km2, the Shire includes the key towns of Narrabri, Boggabri and Wee Waa and the villages of Baan Baa, Bellata, Edgeroi, Gwabegar and Pilliga. Agriculture and the resource sector are key industries within Narrabri Shire, providing significant value to the economy as well as being major employers. Agricultural production incorporates a variety of crops including cotton, wheat, barley, oilseeds, grapes and peanuts with livestock production comprising of sheep, cattle and pigs. Narrabri Shire is within one of the largest coal reserves in NSW. This new industry has already resulted in a wealth of opportunity for both employment and anciliary business. These sectors will continue to play a key role in the economy in the future though the reliance on these sections underscores the importance of future diversification.

Website
http://www.narrabri.nsw.gov.au
Industry
Government Administration
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
NARRABRI, NSW
Type
Government Agency
Founded
1981
Specialties
Community Services, Local Government, Planning, and Economic Development

Locations

  • Primary

    46-48 Maitland Street

    PO Box 261

    NARRABRI, NSW 2390, AU

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Updates

  • 🎉 NarraBRIGHT 2025 🎉 *** EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST CLOSE THIS FRIDAY *** Narrabri Shire’s highly anticipated and much-loved NarraBRIGHT all-of-community street party will be held on Friday, 14 March from 6.00pm to 11.00pm. 🙌 This year's event will include light projection, live music, late night shopping, street food stalls, performers, kids’ activity zones, art workshops and many more surprises! 🤩 Council is encouraging local community groups, CBD businesses, local artists, stall holders and food vendors to complete an expression of interest for NarraBRIGHT 2025. How to get involved: 👉 CBD businesses: Join the party with a window display, late night shopping or special activity. Complete the application to receive your free activation kit! 👉 Community groups and stall holders: A small number of market sites are available to promote your services or local products. Be quick. Spaces are limited. 👉 Food Vendors: Help feed the hungry crowds! 👉 CREATE Art Trail: CBD host venues/businesses are invited to help us create an immersive art trail across the Narrabri CBD. 👏There are no fees to set up a stall at NarraBRIGHT. 📣 EOI applications are due this Friday, 24 January, click here to apply: https://ow.ly/mzzR50UuCT4 ☎️ For more information on NarraBRIGHT 2025, contact Council on 02 6799 6866. #NarraBRIGHT2025

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  • Thanks to funding from the New South Wales Government's 2024-25 Floodplain Management Program, Council will be undertaking a flood study for the Gwabegar area! 👏 The study will improve the general understanding of flood behaviour and impacts in the Gwabegar area and better inform management of flood risk. It will include data collection and review, community consultation, hydrologic and flood damage modelling, and benefit cost and management options assessments. Read more about the study here - https://ow.ly/RIOg50UJ2yX

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  • We're thrilled to announce that the amazing Murray “Muz” Hartin is joining us for Sunset on Summer! ☀️ Muz will share his award-winning poems like “Turbulence” and “Rain from Nowhere”, along with hilarious stories (maybe even some from his latest book Fair Crack of the Whip). 🙌 With roots in Moree, NSW, and a lifetime of meeting incredible Aussies, Muz blends unforgettable characters, funny moments, and heaps of humour into his signature storytelling. He understands the importance of rural communities and the need to come together to celebrate mateship and make new connections. Let's share a laugh, a story, and the joy of being part of a special evening. 👍 Don’t miss out – grab your tickets now 👉 https://ow.ly/p42i50UFQlr

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  • We're back this week with more Our Narrabri Shire 2035 pop ups for our Community Strategic Plan! Come and chat to our team at the following locations this week and help shape the future of our region: 📍 Pilliga Community Centre - Monday, 10 January from 10.00am to 2.00pm 📍 Boggabri Court House - Wednesday, 15 January from 4.00pm to 8.00pm 📍 Wee Waa News Agency - Thursday, 16 January from 7.30am to 1.30pm 📍 Gwabegar Community Hall - Saturday, 18 January from 10.00am to 1.00pm As always if you can't make it in person you can have your say online - https://ow.ly/oX0v50UyyBI

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  • 📣 Calling all Narrabri CBD businesses and venues - be part of CREATE 2025! An Expression of Interest is now open for Narrabri CBD businesses and venues to be part of the CREATE 2025 ‘Dream’ installation trail - connecting the NarraBRIGHT and CREATE festival precincts as one. 🤩 🎨 Inspiring installations and artworks by local artists will be paired with iconic venues and businesses located within a short stroll of the CREATE festival hub, along Maitland Street. 🗓️ The Dream Installation Trail will run from Friday, 28 February until Saturday, 15 March 2025. Find out more and register your interest here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gJvAAqux

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  • 🏊 Let’s create safer aquatic spaces this summer! 🏊 Did you know there were more than 2,000 incidents of violence and aggression against staff in aquatic facilities last year? Lifeguards and swim teachers are here to keep you safe, so let’s show them the respect they deserve. Follow these steps for a safer and more enjoyable pool visit: ✅ Listen to lifeguards’ and swim teachers’ instructions. ✅ Supervise your children at all times. ✅ Treat staff and fellow swimmers with respect. Let’s work together to make our pools safe spaces for all. Safety starts with you. Visit Royal Life Saving Australia to learn more and how you can help create change: https://ow.ly/sOL850UqoqG #KeepYourCool #RespectLifeguards #WaterSafety

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  • 🚧 CULGOORA ROAD CLOSURE 🚧 Culgoora Road will be closed from Monday, 13 January for approximately 8 weeks to allow for the replacement of the floodway at Nuable Creek. Road users are recommended to use Yarrie Lake Road or Kamilaroi Highway to travel between Narrabri and Wee Waa during this time. Residents should have received a letter outlining further details regarding access to and from your properties during this time. Updates will be provided here, via Live Traffic, and on Council's website - https://ow.ly/ZG6550UCU6b

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  • Sunset on Summer 🌞 Celebrate, Connect, Collaborate – Together for a Greater Purpose Narrabri Shire Council in partnership with Boundless Psychology is thrilled to invite you to Sunset on Summer, a special community event celebrating the resilience and unity of our farmers, residents, and business owners. When: Saturday, 15 February 2025 Where: Tourist Hotel, Narrabri Dress Code: Cocktail Tickets: $40 This event is a chance for our community to: ✔️ Reflect on achievements and resilience. ✔️ Celebrate with music, speeches, and inspiring stories. ✔️ Proceeds will go to Rural Aid, helping South Australia in gratitude for their support during our drought. Highlights include: 🎤 Emcee: Malinda Guest, Director of Boundless Psychology. 🍽️ Delicious 3-course meal 🍹 Welcome drink 🥳 Entertainment and a few surprises! Proudly funded by the NSW Reconstruction Authority, this evening combines celebration and purpose, as we come together for a Greater Purpose. Tickets are on sale now! Secure yours here 👉 https://ow.ly/8RRz50UAQ26

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  • 🎉 NarraBRIGHT 2025 🎉 EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST NOW OPEN! Narrabri Shire’s highly anticipated and much-loved NarraBRIGHT all-of-community street party will be held on Friday, 14 March from 6.00pm to 11.00pm. 🙌 This year's event will include light projection, live music, late night shopping, street food stalls, performers, kids’ activity zones, art workshops and many more surprises! 🤩 Council is encouraging local community groups, CBD businesses, local artists, stall holders and food vendors to complete an expression of interest for NarraBRIGHT 2025. How to get involved: 👉 CBD businesses: Join the party with a window display, late night shopping or special activity. Complete the application to receive your free activation kit! 👉 Community groups and stall holders: A small number of market sites are available to promote your services or local products. Be quick. Spaces are limited. 👉 Food Vendors: Help feed the hungry crowds! 👉 CREATE Art Trail: Local artists and CBD host venues/businesses are invited to help us create an immersive art trail across the Narrabri CBD. 👏There are no fees to set up a stall at NarraBRIGHT. 📣 EOI applications are due by Friday, 24 January, click here to apply: https://ow.ly/mzzR50UuCT4 ☎️ For more information on NarraBRIGHT 2025, contact Council on 02 6799 6866. #NarraBRIGHT2025

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