West Wyalong High School Students Join Forces with Bland Shire Council Published on 03 July 2025 A new partnership between Bland Shire Council and West Wyalong High School is giving local students the opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the workforce, with practical, hands-on experience alongside Council’s Parks and Gardens team. Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Youth Officer Brings Local Passion and Talent to the Bland Shire Published on 01 July 2025 Bland Shire Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Jake Jewell as its new Youth Officer.A proud local, Jake brings a strong connection to the community, having grown up in the Bland Shire, he has recently worked in local schools guiding and supporting students. His appointment marks an exciting step forward for youth engagement in the region. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Digital Boost for Bland Shire with NBN Expansion Published on 27 June 2025 Residents and businesses across parts of Bland Shire are set to benefit from a major upgrade to digital connectivity, with the activation of new NBN Fixed Wireless broadband services now live in the Weethalle region and improved Fibre access now available in West Wyalong and Wyalong. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Shire-Wide Public Holidays for 2025 and 2026 Shows Published on 04 June 2025 Bland Shire Council is pleased to advise that the Minister for Industrial Relations, the Hon. Sophie Cotsis MP, has officially declared part-day public holidays for the Bland Shire local government area in recognition of the West Wyalong Show. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Bland Shire Community Unites for Sorry Day 2025 in West Wyalong Published on 29 May 2025 Bland Shire Council proudly supported National Sorry Day 2025, commemorated in a heartfelt community event hosted by West Wyalong High School and held in Barnado Park, West Wyalong. Tagged as: , Media Releases
New HR Support Project to Strengthen Workforce Resilience Published on 29 May 2025 A new cross-shire initiative is underway to support small to medium businesses across Temora and Bland Shires to attract, retain and manage employees more effectively through improved access to Human Resource (HR) support. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Bland Shire Council Advances Vacant Homes Project Published on 27 May 2025 Bland Shire Council, in partnership with Temora Shire Council, is making strong progress on the Vacant Homes Project — a targeted initiative designed to help address housing shortages in the region by identifying and unlocking long-term unoccupied properties. The project is led by Cathy Swan, who has been jointly appointed by both councils as the Vacant Homes Project Officer. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Thank You, Volunteers! Bland Shire Council Shows Appreciation Published on 14 May 2025 Bland Shire Council is proud to recognise and celebrate the outstanding contributions of local volunteers during National Volunteer Week 2025, which will be held from 20–26 May. This year’s theme, ‘Connecting Communities’, highlights the invaluable role that volunteers play in bringing people together, creating stronger, more inclusive communities, and enhancing the wellbeing of all. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Bland Shire Council - Finalist in Two Major LG Excellence Awards Published on 29 April 2025 Bland Shire Council is proud to announce that it has been named as a finalist in two categories at the upcoming 2025 Local Government Excellence Awards. These nominations highlight Bland Shire’s commitment to creativity, collaboration, and delivering positive community outcomes. Tagged as: , Media Releases
DC-3 Warbird Returns to Lions Park After Major Restoration Published on 17 April 2025 Bland Shire’s much-loved DC-3 (C-47) Dakota aircraft has returned to its home in West Wyalong Lions Park following the completion of an extensive refurbishment, proudly preserving this historic warbird for future generations. Tagged as: , Media Releases