$3.1 million commitment to White Park welcomed Published on 30 April 2025 Member for New England Barnaby Joyce visited White Park today to announce a $3.1 million election commitment from an elected Coalition Government to further develop the equestrian precinct.
2.5 tonne Load Limit in Place – Barrington Tops Forest Road Published on 20 June 2025 A 2.5 tonne load limit is now in effect on Barrington Tops Forest Road, approximately 7.5km from the Moonan Brook Road turnoff, following a geotechnical assessment of a recent landslip caused by heavy rain in May 2025.
2025 Australia Day - Cassilis and Merriwa Districts Published on 13 January 2025 Get ready for a Shire-wide celebration as we come together to mark Australia Day! This year, the festivities will rotate to Aberdeen for the Scone, Aberdeen, and Murrurundi districts, while the Merriwa and Cassilis districts will head to Cassilis.
2025 Australia Day - Scone, Aberdeen, Murrurundi Districts Published on 13 January 2025 Get ready for a Shire-wide celebration as we come together to mark Australia Day! This year, the festivities will rotate to Aberdeen for the Scone, Aberdeen, and Murrurundi districts, while the Merriwa and Cassilis districts will head to Cassilis.
2025 Scone Horse Festival Published on 18 March 2025 The Warburton Estate Agents Scone Horse Festival is back in May 2025 for 10 days of exciting and entertaining equine events showcasing the versatility of the horse and the important role they play within the Upper Hunter Valley region and around the world. Join the community from May 9-18th in Scone, the Horse Capital of Australia.
2025 Youth Week Event Published on 01 April 2025 Youth Week celebrations are locked in for Monday 14 April at Bill Rose Sports Complex, Scone. The event will feature a Colour Run, mechanical bull, gladiator joust, bungee run, basketball shootout, jumping castle, free BBQ and live music – all free for young people aged 12–24. Pre-registration is encouraged to help the day run smoothly.
2026 Australia Day Award Nominees Published on 19 January 2026 The 2026 Australia Day award nominations are out!
2026 ANZAC Day Services Published on 13 April 2026 Find out about all the ANZAC Day Services happening in the Shire.
2026 Staff Development Day Closures Published on 28 April 2026 We’ll be closed on Wednesday, 29 April for Councils Staff Development Day. Normal operating hours will resume on Thursday, 30 April.
2027 Australia Day Awards Nominations Published on 01 October 2026 Each year local individuals and organisations are recognised for their achievements and contributions to the community. Nominating is a simple way to thank and acknowledge generous and inspiring people.