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Council closures - Jerilderie office

Our Jerilderie Office has relocated to Jerilderie Library until further notice due to an asbestos contamination.

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Planned system upgrade in our offices

From 11:45 am on Monday 8 December to Tuesday 9 December 2025 (probably mid-afternoon) - staff won't be able to access our customer database and account information or process some enquiries during this time.

Lifting of prohibition of alcohol

Darlington Point - Hams in the Hall - area surrounding Murrumbidgee Shire Hall on 12 December 2025 from 6 pm to midnight.

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Festive period - Waste Depots

Coly & Darlington Point: closed - 25 Dec, 1 Jan. Jerilderie: closed - 26 Dec.

Landfills (waste depots)
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Christmas and New Year closures

Council offices, Jerilderie Library and Works Depots will be closed on Wednesday 24 December 2025 through to Friday 2 January 2026, inclusive.

Emergency Council Contacts
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SwimVAC 2026

Enrol now for two weeks of FREE children's swimming classes in January!

SwimVAC bookings.
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Pets & animals

Animal cruelty

You can report suspected cases of animal cruelty to either the RSPCA, Animal Welfare League NSW or the NSW Police.

Caring for your pet

We've provided 10 useful tips for both cats and dogs on how to care for them.

Dog walking areas

There are many places where you can enjoy a walk with your dog. Dogs must be on a leash at all times unless in a sign-posted designated off-leash area.

Injured wildlife

If you find a sick, injured or orphaned native animal, call the Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service (WIRES) on the emergency hotline.

Lost & found animals

What to do if you find a lost animal or have lost one.

Register your pet

Register your pet and change the details if you sell or give away the pet or it dies.

Rules for animals in towns

Find the rules for keeping animals in urban areas and what to do if you feel someone is doing the wrong thing.

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