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Media Release: Council's First Special Rate Variation in Over a Decade

Published on 16 May 2025

Upper Hunter Shire Council has received confirmation from the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) that its application for a Special Rate Variation (SRV) has been approved marking Council's first successful SRV application in over a decade.

Labor yet to commit to Upper Hunter ahead of federal election

Published on 30 April 2025

Upper Hunter Shire Mayor Maurice Collison is urging the Albanese Labor Government to show its support for the region, with just days left before the federal election and no formal election commitments made to the Shire.

$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.

April 2025 Council Meeting Recap

Published on 29 April 2025

Upper Hunter Shire Council’s Ordinary Meeting, held on Monday, 28 April 2025, delivered a series of important decisions across community services, infrastructure planning, regional development, and governance.

Energy Co Delivers Grants to Cassilis future infrastructure

Published on 11 April 2025

Cassilis is set to benefit from a substantial $11.2 million funding boost, with the NSW Government confirming on Friday that Upper Hunter Shire Council’s applications to the Legacy Infrastructure Fund have been successful.

The NSW Government has committed $45 million for the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Legacy Infrastructure Fund, to provide funding for infrastructure projects.

March 2025 - Council Meeting Recap

Published on 02 April 2025

Upper Hunter Shire Council’s Ordinary Meeting, held on Monday, 31 March 2025, covered a range of important matters for the Shire, including decisions on local development, advocacy for aged care services, and community impacts from freight operations.

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