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Bega Valley Shire Council
The state's south-easternmost shire — around 36,600 people spread along the Sapphire Coast from Bermagui and Cobargo down through Bega (the council seat) to Merimbula and Eden. Dairy (Bega cheese) country and a coastal-tourism economy, still recovering from the 2019–20 Black Summer bushfires, the council runs the local services you use every week — waste, roads, water, libraries, parks, development — and sets your rates. Here's the snapshot, then the stuff that affects your week.
Everyday essentials
The things people actually need from the council — fast.
Open for your feedback
See all →Things Bega Valley Shire Council wants your say on right now. Your view counts for more before the deadline.
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NSW Government changes rules for public consultation on developments
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Council adopts new dog off-leash areas after community consultation
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Feedback sought on Draft Library Strategic Plan 2026-2030
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Get to know your council
The basics, in one tap — open any card for key facts and a link to the official source.
This year's rate rise, how it compares across NSW, and why bills differ.
2025–26 rate rise: 4.9% (rate peg)
Open →Budget & financesHow financially healthy the council is, measured against official benchmarks.
Meets 7 of 9 OLG financial benchmarks
Open →Crime & safetyBega Valley's recorded crime rates, side by side with the NSW average.
All 12 major offences below the NSW rate
Open →Mayor & councillorsWho represents you — and where to read their official profiles.
Mayor: Russell Fitzpatrick (Independent)
Open →Elections & votingWhen the next council election is, and how voting works.
Next election: Sat 9 Sep 2028
Open →Contact & servicesHow to reach the council and report a problem.
Customer service: (02) 6499 2222
Open →Shire profileThe basics: how many people live here, how big the area is.
Population: ~36,600 (2023–24)
Open →What's happening
89 updatesAuto-collected from Bega Valley Shire Council's public channels and drafted in plain language (pending review).
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Council releases results of its Community Satisfaction Survey
Published on 03 November 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council has released the results of its 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey, showing an improvement in overall satisfaction and identifying priorities for future planning and service delivery.
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Frogs and microbats take centre stage in next Wings and Water walks
Published on 03 November 2026 Frogs and microbats will take centre stage when Bega Valley Shire Council’s Wings and Water Wildlife Walking Tours continue with two free evening events in November.
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Bega Sunday Afternoon Pickleball - during November. 16+
08 Nov 2026 Sunday afternoon Pickleball Social Play - from 2 - 4 pm at the new Bega Sporting Complex.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Needles found in FOGO bins put Council staff at serious risk
Published on 02 November 2026 Hypodermic needles are being found in FOGO bins across the Bega Valley, putting Council staff at serious risk as they work to turn food and garden waste into quality compost.
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Councillor Connect – 29 October 2026 – Councillor Tony Allen
Published on 29 October 2026 Council recently undertook a Community Satisfaction Survey to better understand what matters most to the people who live in our shire and how they think we're performing across the many services we provide.
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National Portrait Award finalists announced from record field
Published on 30 October 2026 South East Centre for Contemporary Art (SECCA) is pleased to announce the finalists for the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2026, following a record number of entries from artists across Australia.
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Sapphire Aquatic Centre recognised at NSW aquatic industry awards
Published on 30 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council’s Sapphire Aquatic Centre in Pambula has been recognised as a finalist in two categories at the 2026 Aquatic and Recreation Institute NSW Awards of Excellence.
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Reciprocal learning strengthens caring for Country along Whale Trail
Published on 28 October 2026 A partnership between Bega Valley Shire Council and Eden Local Aboriginal Land Council (LALC) is helping to restore native vegetation and protect cultural heritage along Eden’s Whale Trail.
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Kisses Lagoon blue-green algae still at high levels
Published on 27 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council is continuing to advise the community to avoid contact with the water at Kisses Lagoon in Bega.
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Council calls for key reforms ahead of LGNSW conference
Published on 27 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council has endorsed five motions for submission to the 2026 Local Government NSW (LGNSW) Annual Conference, advocating for reforms to better support elected councillors, en
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Previsualising the Action - Learn How to Storyboard
07 Nov 2026 Explore the history of storyboards with Dr Alec Morgan, then bring your script or film idea to life in a hands-on session. No drawing skills needed!
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Council meets with Merimbula Chamber of Commerce to address concerns
Published on 26 October 2026 The Bega Valley Shire Mayor, along with Council’s Chief Executive Officer and Director of Infrastructure met with the Merimbula Chamber of Commerce Executive Committee today to address concerns raised regarding the Beach Street improvement works in Merimbula.
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Town Hall Community Connect series – Quaama Hall
10 Nov 2026 The Town Hall Community Connect series offers informal drop-in sessions across the shire where community members can meet with Council staff and Councillors to ask questions and discuss local issues.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Playdate with Emergency Services - Bermagui
09 Nov 2026 Free event where children and families get to meet and better understand the role of emergency services in a safe, welcoming environment.
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THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
29 Oct 2026 Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show has had a cult following since its first production in the UK in 1973 and the movie version from 1975 starring Tim Curry. A humorous musical tribute to various B movies associated with the science fiction and horror genres from the 1930s to the early 1960s, this is a show for 18s and up with intense adult themes.
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The 40th Annual Bemboka Flower Show
25 Oct 2026 The display of Flowers, Plants, Produce and Floral Art is stunning.
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Life in our Cemeteries events win state award for community engagement
Published on 23 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council and Atlas of Life have won first place in the 2026 Keep Australia Beautiful NSW Tidy Towns Awards for their joint Life in our Cemeteries program.
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Bega Come & Try Pickleball - for FREE! 16+
25 Oct 2026 Try Pickleball!
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Triple bill of new works by FLING's youth companies
24 Oct 2026 Three fantastic performances for the whole family!
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Council calls for fairer compensation for abalone industry
Published on 22 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council has resolved to ask the NSW Government to review its compensation package for the commercial abalone industry.
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Major Bega subdivision approved and planning priorities endorsed
Published on 22 October 2026 More housing opportunities across the shire are one step closer to reality with Bega Valley Shire Council approving a new subdivision set to deliver 166 residential lots on almost 20 hectares at East Street, Bega.
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Councillor Connect – 22 October 2026 – Councillor David Porter
Published on 22 October 2026 Getting the Planning Right on Housing Ask any young family in the Bega Valley trying to buy their first home and you'll hear the same story. Prices have run away from wages, rentals are scarce, and land that might help is tied up by rules that don't make sense on the ground.
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Rethinking Recycling Children's Workshop - Eden Library
23 Oct 2026 Rethinking Recycling Children's Workshop - Eden Library Tagged as: , Library events, Waste and Recycling Events, Workshops
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Rethinking Recycling Children's Workshop - Tura Library
23 Oct 2026 Rethinking Recycling Children's Workshop - Tura Library Tagged as: , Library events, Waste and Recycling Events, Workshops
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Rethinking Recycling Childrens Workshop - Bega Library
20 Oct 2026 Rethinking Recycling Childrens Workshop - Bega Library Tagged as: , Library events, Waste and Recycling Events, Workshops
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Wings to Water Walking Tour - Lake Curalo Birdwatching
21 Oct 2026 An interactive, relaxed walk along Lake Curalo Boardwalk exploring the local birdlife found around the wetland with local ecologist, Steve Sass. Outdoor event - meeting at th enorthern entrance to Lake Curalo near the Eden Scout Hall.
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Outlaws, Mavericks and Rogues: 19th-Century Law and Order
22 Oct 2026 Hosted by Museums of History NSW you will hear stories, view historical records and artefacts of the 19th Century to gain insights into law and order in the days of long ago.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Rethinking Recycling Children's Workshop - Bermagui Library
20 Oct 2026 Rethinking Recycling Workshop for children - Bermagui Library Tagged as: , Library events, Workshops
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Candelo Garden Trail - Open Gardens October 2026
18 Oct 2026 Visit beautiful local gardens this Spring.
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Pambula Surf Lifesaving Club & Nippers Open Day
18 Oct 2026 Come along to the Pambula Surf Life Saving Club Open Day for a fun, family-friendly morning by the beach! 🌊 Meet the team, learn about Nippers, Surf Lifesaving, training & volunteering, & discover how you can get involved in our local Surf Club community.
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Council to consider sale of land process for long-term unpaid rates
Published on 16 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council will consider a report at its October meeting proposing the sale of 62 properties with long-standing unpaid rates and charges in accordance with the Local Government Act 1993.
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Household Chemical CleanOut 2026
18 Oct 2026 Residents can bring their old and unwanted household chemicals, and they will be disposed and/or recycled for free!
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Kangarutha Spring Native Plant Sale & Community Open Day
18 Oct 2026 Our Spring Native Plant Sale is on at Kangarutha Farm on Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th October! In celebration of our brand new venue, we're also throwing open the gates with a free Community Open Day on Sunday 18th October, 9am – 4pm.
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Councillor Connect – 15 October 2026 – Councillor Helen O’Neil
Published on 15 October 2026 The risk of bushfire rises with the heat and wind each summer, so it’s time to Get Ready, before a risk becomes a threat. You can see the Get Ready message on the signs carried on every RFS truck in every Bega Valley town and village...
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Launch your career with Council’s Emerging Talent Program
Published on 14 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council is inviting people interested in building a rewarding career close to home to apply for positions in its 2026 Emerging Talent Program.
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Dog owners warned to keep pets away from toxic sea hares in Eden
Published on 13 October 2026 Dog owners are being urged to keep their pets away from Aslings Beach in Eden after hundreds to thousands of highly toxic Sea Hares washed ashore alongside a naturally occurring algal bloom.
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Waste truck fire highlights dangers of placing batteries in bins
Published on 13 October 2026 A waste collection truck caught fire in north Bega early this morning, after a suspected battery in its load ignited.
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Artist talk with Patricia Piccinini
16 Oct 2026 Learn about the internationally renowned artist’s creative practice, the concerns and themes that inform her work and the story of the Skywhales from their inception through to the national tour. Suited to general audience and high school students.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Councillor Connect - 9 October 2026 - Councillor Peggy Noble
Published on 09 October 2026 You know the type. They’re the first to put their hand up when someone needs help, the last to ask for recognition and somehow always find time to make our community a better place...
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Safely clear out old chemicals at October CleanOut events
Published on 08 October 2026 Got old paint, chemicals or other unwanted products sitting around the house, shed or garage?
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Town Hall Community Connect series – Bemboka Hall
12 Oct 2026 The Town Hall Community Connect series offers informal drop-in sessions across the shire where community members can meet with Council staff and Councillors to ask questions and discuss local issues.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Discover Lake Curalo’s birds and wildlife on a Wings and Water walk
Published on 07 October 2026 Local bird species will be in the spotlight when Bega Valley Shire Council’s popular Wings and Water Wildlife Walking Tour returns to explore Lake Curalo in Eden.
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Nominate a community member for a Citizen Award or Medallion
Published on 02 October 2026 Nominations are open for the Bega Valley Shire’s 2026 Citizen, Young Citizen and Senior Citizen of the Year awards, and Bega Valley Medallion awards.
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Funding secures Here 2 Help children's program at Tura Library
Published on 02 October 2026 Bega Valley Shire Library has welcomed two years of funding support from Snowy Hydro to sustain its Here 2 Help Children's Program at Tura Library, ensuring migrant families in the region continue to access vital early learning and settlement services.
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Chiaroscuro: Light and Dark
28 Oct 2026 A themed exhibition which features the work of Spiral Gallery members and artists from the South Coast.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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AI and cyber security: Powering and protecting your small business
23 Oct 2026 A live online webinar series — specifically, four standalone 60–75 minute sessions delivered via video call at a fixed time (1:00 PM AEST) each Friday in October, which people can join individually or as a full series, rather than an in-person event or a self-paced course.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Junior ranger: Bungo Beach coastal adventure
09 Oct 2026 Join this exciting tour and get close to nature at Bungo Beach near Eden these school holidays. You’ll have lots of fun and learn new skills in hands-on activities.
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Town Hall Community Connect series comes to Bemboka and Quaama
Published on 30 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council’s next Town Hall Community Connect events will be held in Bemboka and Quaama.
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Historic Davidson Whaling Station tour
08 Oct 2026 Join a local Discovery guide on a tour of the historic Davidson Whaling Station, located on the shores of the picturesque Kiah Inlet in Beowa National Park near Eden.
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Council to progress planning proposal for forestry in RU2 rural areas
Published on 28 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council has resolved to prepare a Planning Proposal seeking to change local planning rules to allow private native forestry in the Rural Landscape (RU2) zone without development consent.
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- Have your say
Feedback sought on Public Interest Disclosure policy and procedure
Published on 25 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council is inviting community feedback on its updated Public Interest Disclosure (PID) Policy 6. 26 and Public Interest Disclosure Procedure 6.
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Feedback sought on Draft Library Strategic Plan 2026-2030
Published on 25 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council is inviting the community to have its say on the future of local library services, with the Draft Library Strategic Plan 2026–2030 now open for comment.
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Green Cape Lighthouse guided tour
08 Oct 2026 Uncover the history of Green Cape Lighthouse on this guided tour in Beowa National Park, near Eden. Hear stories of disaster and survival and enjoy shore-based whale watching and breathtaking views.
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Traditional weaving workshop: Bournda
30 Sep 2026 Get creative on a traditional weaving workshop in Bournda National Park, near Bega and Merimbula. Learn Aboriginal weaving techniques and see how these ancient skills carry a strong connection to Aboriginal culture.
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Outdoor pool season kicks off with staggered openings
Published on 25 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire’s outdoor pool season is just around the corner, with Bega and Cobargo pools reopening on Saturday 3 October and Bemboka, Candelo and Eden pools reopening on Saturday 31 October.
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Council supports planning changes to create more housing options
Published on 24 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council has supported changes to local planning rules that could create more housing options in Cobargo, Tura Beach and Wolumla, including opportunities for smaller lots and multi-dwelling housing.
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Councillor Connect – 24 September 2026 – Councillor Clair Mudaliar
Published on 24 September 2026 A change to planning that every resident should know about. There has been a change to the NSW planning system that I think every resident should be made aware of.
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Council adopts new dog off-leash areas after community consultation
Published on 24 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council has adopted its updated Companion Animal Control Areas Procedure at this week’s Council meeting, with community feedback playing a key role in shaping the final changes.
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Bushfire preparedness in the spotlight at next Council Briefing
Published on 24 September 2026 Are you ready for bushfire season? Bega Valley Shire residents can hear practical advice on preparing their families, properties and community at an upcoming Public Council Briefing.
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POGO AND BEAN'S BIG DANCE PARTY LIVE
30 Sep 2026 Music and Dance for the little ones. Perfect for ages 3 to 8 and their families.
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Councillor Tony Allen elected Deputy Mayor of the Bega Valley Shire
Published on 23 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Councillors have elected Cr Tony Allen as Deputy Mayor for a period of two years.
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Free Caravan safety and weighing day
25 Sep 2026 Bring your loaded caravan for a FREE weigh and safety check to help you travel safely and confidently.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Councillor Connect – 21 September 2026 – Mayor Russell Fitzpatrick
Published on 21 September 2026 Keeping up with State and Federal Government changes in policy and legislation can be challenging. Recently the NSW Parliament introduced a statewide Community Participation Plan.
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Sewer jetting maintenance works commencing for Bega area
Published on 18 September 2026 Residents in parts of Bega are being asked to take a few simple steps before scheduled sewer jetting maintenance begins today.
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FREE Information Session - Caravan Safety
24 Sep 2026 This 1. 5-hour session will help you safely and confidently load and tow your caravan, covering weights, braking, mirrors, speed, and stability.
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Get Ready Weekend a timely reminder to prepare for bushfire season
Published on 18 September 2026 With the NSW Rural Fire Service’s (RFS) Get Ready Weekend taking place this weekend, Bega Valley Shire residents are being encouraged to take practical steps now to prepare their properties for bushfire season.
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CancelledMerimbula Lake Boardwalk adventure tour
22 Sep 2026 Are you ready to become an estuary expert? Join this family-friendly nature tour at Merimbula Lake Boardwalk near Bournda National Park these school holidays to discover a thriving coastal ecosystem.
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Common Wealth : Common Wellbeing
22 Sep 2026 This is a subsidised community event. Bega Valley Data Collective is contributing towards the event costs, together with sponsorship from Bendigo Bank, to help keep ticket prices affordable.
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Have your say on Beach Street improved streetscaping plans
Published on 14 September 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council is inviting the community to have their say on the proposed improved streetscaping plan for the Beach Street public space in Merimbula.
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FREE YOUTH MUSIC WORKSHOP with Ensemble Offspring
18 Sep 2026 A free one hour masterclass for young musicians/vocalists with some of Australia’s top contemporary classical musicians.
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Food, music and family fun set to shine at Bega Streetlight Festival
Published on 11 September 2026 The 2026 Bega Streetlight Festival is back on Friday 25 September, promising to be bigger and brighter with spectacular light displays, live music, food, markets and entertainment for the whole family.
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Recovery Mission by Karla Dickens
05 Nov 2026 Karla Dickens’ exhibition Recovery Mission is a powerful exploration of climate crisis from a First Nations perspective, offering a poignant commentary on resilience and the fight for a better future.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Sewer jetting maintenance works planned for Merimbula area
Published on 04 September 2026 Residents in parts of Merimbula are being asked to take a few simple steps before scheduled sewer jetting maintenance begins next week.
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Bega Streetlight Festival returns bigger and brighter
Published on 25 August 2026 The countdown is on for one of the Bega Valley's most anticipated community events, with the 2026 Bega Streetlight Festival set to transform Bega's CBD into a vibrant celebration of light, creativity and community on Friday 25 September 2026.
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PINK FLOYD GREAT GIG IN THE SKY Run Like Hell
12 Sep 2026 Australian Pink Floyd tribute Run Like Hell returns to The Twyford to deliver an awe-inspiring show, meticulously recreating Pink Floyd’s timeless music with unmatched attention to detail.
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Councillor Connect – 10 September 2026 – Councillor Peter Haggar
Published on 10 September 2026 One of the opportunities available to Councillors is the ability to be on a diverse and varied number of Committees representing the community and Council. It is in this role that I have had the honour of attending, even if somewhat sporadically due to clashes with Council meetings and workshops, the local Bush Fire Management Committee (BFMC).
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Community waste prevention and environment grants awarded
Published on 26 August 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council has awarded a total of $70,234 to 15 projects under its latest Community Grants Program.
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Councillor Connect – 27 August 2026 – Cr Tony Allen
Published on 27 August 2026 Every day, residents and businesses across the shire turn on a tap or flush a toilet without giving much thought to the enormous network working behind the scenes. The reality is that delivering safe drinking water and reliable sewer services across a shire as big as ours is a significant undertaking, and one that relies on a dedicated and highly skilled team.
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- Have your say
NSW Government changes rules for public consultation on developments
Published on 31 August 2026 New statewide planning rules will change how some proposed developments are publicly exhibited in the Bega Valley from tomorrow, 1 September.
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Councillor Connect – 3 September 2026 – Cr Simon Daly
Published on 03 September 2026 During last month’s Council Meeting, the Bega Valley Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2026–2030 was adopted. Well done to all involved in developing the plan and setting a vision for our community for the next four years.
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- Have your say
SECCA presents acclaimed artists in spring exhibitions
Published on 31 August 2026 Bega Valley Shire Council is excited to announce two major exhibitions opening at South East Centre for Contemporary Art (SECCA) on Friday 4 September - Karla Dickens: Recovery Mission and Helen Britton: The Story So Far.
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Art After School at SECCA! Term 3, Ages 9+
17 Sep 2026 Love art? Like making things?
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
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Helen Britton: The Story So Far
05 Nov 2026 The touring exhibition, The Story So Far, comments on the rich and complex world of country women, of a time of creativity and frugality that formed Helen Britton’s early experience of Australia, of lost possibility, and of a colonial past and present, still so deeply problematic.
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Art After School at SECCA! Term 3, Ages 5 to 8
17 Sep 2026 Join us for an after-school creative adventure! Kids will explore current exhibitions before accessing hands-on art making activities.
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Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2026 – Call for entries
06 Oct 2026 Entries are open for the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2026. One of Australia’s major prizes for realistic portraiture, the $50,000 biennial award is non-acquisitive and is among the higher-value portrait prizes in the country, attracting hundreds of entries from many of the nation’s leading artists.
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Source: Bega Valley Council — What's On
- Development
Merimbula sewage treatment upgrade & ocean outfall on public exhibition
The Preferred Infrastructure Report for the Merimbula Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade and Ocean Outfall project went on public exhibition in June 2026, as the State Significant Infrastructure assessment nears its final stages before the NSW Planning Minister's determination.
What this means for you: If you live in or around Merimbula, this is a major long-term water/sewer project. The exhibition ran from 12 to 25 June 2026; the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure then reviews submissions and makes a recommendation to the Minister, who decides whether it proceeds.
- Policy
Council adopts 4.9% rate rise and four-year plans for 2025–26
On 23 June 2025 Bega Valley councillors voted to lift general rates by 4.9% for 2025–26 — the maximum allowed under IPART's rate peg — with no special rate variation, and adopted the accompanying Delivery Program, Operational Plan and budget.
What this means for you: General rates income rose by 4.9% for the year; how your own bill changed also depends on your land value at the latest revaluation, and separate charges for waste, water and sewer are set independently of the rate peg.
Source: Eden Magnet — Bega Valley rates to rise by 4.9% in July
- Have your say
Council adopts lower-cost 'Option C' financial pathway, flags future rate options
After consulting the community on its Long Term Financial Plan, the council adopted the lower-cost 'Option C' pathway — staying within the rate peg for now rather than a new special rate variation — while flagging that a further rate rise may need to be considered in the years ahead.
What this means for you: For now, rate rises are limited to IPART's rate peg rather than an additional special variation; the council has signalled that future rate options may return for community input, so it's worth watching the consultations below.
Source: About Regional — Bega Valley rate rise locked in as submissions close on future options
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