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Council Meeting Recap 15 December 2025

Published on 16 December 2025

Upper Hunter Shire Council met on Monday 15 December 2025 for an Extraordinary Council Meeting to consider a range of matters recognising staff service, supporting community initiatives, progressing local infrastructure, advancing regional advocacy, and managing governance and operational responsibilities.

Christmas Closures 2025

Published on 11 December 2025

For more information on closures, contact our Customer Service Team on 02 6540 1100. As the festive season approaches, please note the following upcoming closures to Council facilities.

Extraordinary Council Meeting Recap 3 December 2025

Published on 04 December 2025

Upper Hunter Shire Council considered a Section 8.2 Review of Determination for Development Application No. 168/2023, relating to a proposed tourist and visitor accommodation development at 108 Bettington Street, Merriwa.
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Ngayan marrungku paran wiyan Wanarruwa, mirumalikan  para ani parraykupa, ngatan ngayan marrung wiyan Ngarrakay paranpa yurakaykal ngatan pangaykal.

We acknowledge the Wonnarua people, traditional keepers of this land, and we pay respects to their Elders, past and present.

Translation by Aunty Sharon Edgar-Jones.

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34-40 Vennacher Street, Merriwa
47 Mayne Street, Murrurundi
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