Tamworth wants a pipeline from Keepit Dam. Seven councils downstream, from Gunnedah to Walgett, say it would leave their towns exposed in the next drought, and they’re vowing to fight it.
Liverpool Plains Shire Council
Posted inLiverpool Plains Shire
Quirindi and Werris Creek residents invited to shape future of their towns
Residents, businesses and community groups in Quirindi and Werris Creek are being encouraged to help shape the future of their towns through two upcoming community roundtables.
Posted inAwards, Gunnedah Shire, Liverpool Plains Shire, What's on
Gunnedah and Liverpool Plains call for local legends
Every town has a local legend who never gets thanked. Gunnedah and Liverpool Plains want their names, and in Gunnedah there are new award categories to find them.
Posted inLiverpool Plains Shire, Local politics and councils
Youth takes the helm at Liverpool Plains
At 38, Charlie Simkin is Liverpool Plains Shire Council’s new mayor. He’s flagged waste, housing and infrastructure as priorities for the next two years, working alongside new Deputy Mayor Jason Allan.
Posted inLocal News, Local politics and councils
One down, 10 to go: Webb re-elected Mayor in Tamworth
Eleven New England councils choose their mayor within a month. Tamworth’s result is in — the 5-4 split that’s ruled council for two years just held again. A challenge is confirmed for Gunnedah. Who’s next?
Posted inGrants and funding, Liverpool Plains Shire
Community grants open across Liverpool Plains
Liverpool Plains Shire Council is calling on local community groups and organisations to apply for grants of up to $2,000 to help bring community projects to life.
Posted inAgriculture, Liverpool Plains Shire
Landowners urged to act now as rain creates ideal conditions for priority weeds
Recent rainfall has created ideal conditions for priority weeds, with Liverpool Plains landowners urged to act now to protect livestock and properties.
Posted inQuirindi
Sale of Quirindi gym site to secure future of fitness services
Liverpool Plains Shire Council has sold the Quirindi gym site to local buyers, securing the continuation of fitness services following a competitive expression of interest process.
Posted inCommunity development, Housing, NSW Politics, Quirindi
Decade-long push pays off as former Quirindi TAFE site goes to market
Empty for almost a decade, the old Quirindi TAFE site is finally going to market, and the Deputy Mayor reckons it could be the perfect spot for a retirement village.
Posted inDisability, Liverpool Plains Shire
Community input invited on draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan
Liverpool Plains Shire Council has opened public consultation on its draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026–2030.