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Narrabri Shire Council
46-48 Maitland Street
PO Box 261
Narrabri NSW 2390
P: (02) 6799 6866
F: (02) 6799 6888
E: council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

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A-Z of Council Services

This guide aims to provide residents of the Shire and visitors with a detailed list of the broad range of services provided by Narrabri Shire Council. The guide has been organised into alphabetical order for ease of use. Further information on any of the Products or Services can be found on this website or by contacting Council directly.

This information is taken from Council's Products and Services Guide for Residents. To receive a paper copy of this brochure please contact Council's Administration Centre on (02) 6799 6832.

Click on the letter to view items in that section.

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ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

Open 8.35am – 5.00pm, Monday to Friday

Narrabri Shire Council
46-48 Maitland Street
PO Box 261
NARRABRI   NSW   2390

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Phone numbers

General Enquiries (02) 6799 6866
Rates Enquiries (02) 6799 6845
Corporate Services Department (02) 6799 6832
General Manager's Department (02) 6799 6833
Engineering Services Department (02) 6799 6877
Environmental Services Section (02)  6799 6855
Economic Development Section (02) 6799 6887
Mayors Office (02) 6799 6833
General Facsimile Number (02) 6799 6888

Email       council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
Website     www.narrabri.nsw.gov.au

After Hours Emergency Number - 0429 911 111

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AIRPORT

The Narrabri Airport is approximately a ten minute drive from the CBD in an easterly direction towards Mount Kaputar. Follow the signs off the Old Gunnedah Road.

For enquiries relating to the Narrabri Airport please contact Council’s Engineering Services Department on (02) 6799 6877.

For all booking and timetable enquiries, contact your local travel agent.

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AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS

These awards are provided by the National Australia Day Council and are administered by Local Government authorities throughout Australia.

Persons who have made a noteworthy contribution during the current year and/or given outstanding service to the local community over a number of years shall be eligible.

Sections

• Australia Day Citizen of the Year
To be eligible the person must be 27 years of age or older on 26 January of that year.

• Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year
To be eligible the person must be under 27 years of age on 26 January of that year.

• Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year (Secondary)
To be eligible the person must be of secondary school age on 26th January of that year.

• Australia Day Young Citizen of the Year (Primary)
To be eligible the person must be of primary school age on 26th January of that year.

• Australia Day Volunteer of the Year
To be eligible the person must be 27 years of age or older on 26 January of that year.

Nomination forms are available from Narrabri Shire Council prior to Australia Day and recipients are voted on by Council. Residents will see advertisements in local media when Council is calling for nominations. Further information on Australia Day is posted closer to the event on this website.

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CARAVAN PARKS and CAMPING GROUNDS

Council managed caravan parks in Narrabri Shire are:

Bellata Caravan Park
Newell Highway
BELLATA
Phone: (02) 6793 7523

Boggabri Caravan Park
Laidlaw Street
BOGGABRI
Phone: (02) 6743 4555

The following camping grounds are located in Narrabri Shire but are not managed by Narrabri Shire Council.

• Yarrie Lake
• Narrabri/Wee Waa and Boggabri Showgrounds
• Mt Kaputar National Park
• Pilliga Artesian Bore Bathes
• Pilliga State Forest
• Pilliga Pub
• Camping grounds are also located at all privately owned caravan parks in Narrabri Shire.

Please contact the Narrabri Shire Visitor Information Centre on (02) 6799 6760 for further information on these camping grounds, their locations and contact details to seek permission to camp in these locations.

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CEMETERIES

There are several cemeteries located in Narrabri Shire. All enquiries regarding cemeteries can be directed to Engineering Services on (02) 6799 6854.

Cemetery Location

  • Boggabri - Lawn Cemetery Caxton Street West
  • Old Boggabri Cemetery - Caxton Street West
  • Gwabegar - Gwabegar Road, East of the township
  • Narrabri Lawn Cemetery - 5km from the Post Office towards Gunnedah on the Kamilaroi Highway
  • Old Narrabri Cemetery - Stoney Creek Road
  • Pilliga - 1km from town on the Coonamble Road
  • Wee Waa - 2km from town on the Yarrie Lake Road
  • Bellata - Terry Hie Hie Road

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CITIZENSHIP

Citizenship Ceremonies provide an important opportunity to formally welcome new citizens as full members of the Australian community. Council conducts these ceremonies on behalf of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship. For information on your citizenship application, eligibility or other citizenship processing, please call the Department of Immigration and Citizenship on 131 880 or visit www.citizenship.gov.au

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CLUBS and ORGANISATIONS

A comprehensive Narrabri Shire Community Directory which includes most service and sporting clubs in Narrabri Shire is available free of charge from the Narrabri Shire Visitor Information Centre and Council’s Administration Building. You can also download this document on this website. To have your club or organisation listed in the directory please contact Council on (02) 6799 6887 or email economicdevelopment@narrabri.nsw.gov.au.

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CORPORATE SERVICES

The Corporate Services Department consists of Information Services, Administration Services, Human Resources, Records Management, Geographic Information System (GIS), Rates & Finance, and Environmental Services including Dog/Other Animal Control and other regulatory functions.

The Corporate Services Department can be contacted on (02) 6799 6832. The Environmental Services Section for Planning & Development enquiries can be contacted on (02) 6799 6855.

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COUNCILLORS

Visit the Councillors Section of this site to view contact details of Councils current Councillors.

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COUNCIL MEETINGS

Council meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, excluding the month of January, at the Council Chambers, 46-48 Maitland Street, Narrabri. Once a year, Council holds its meeting outside the centre of Narrabri in the outlying towns of Narrabri Shire.

The meetings commence at 9.30am and members of the public are welcome to attend.

Business Papers, detailing the matters to be discussed at Council meetings, are available for perusal by the public at the Administration Building, on  this website or at any of the Shire's libraries in Narrabri, Wee Waa and Boggabri the week prior to each monthly meeting. Residents are encouraged to attend Council meetings and view the Business Papers on a regular basis. It is important for members of the community to see their vote in action and to be aware of the major issues affecting their Shire.

Public Consultation Meetings are held every year at the centres of Wee Waa, Boggabri, Gwabegar, Pilliga and Bellata to involve the smaller communities in Narrabri Shire in Councils decision making process. These yearly meetings are advertised widely in local media.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

Council’s Administration Centre is located at 46-48 Maitland Street, Narrabri.

Office hours are 8.35am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).

The cashiers desk is open from 8.45am to 4.15pm Monday to Friday (excluding Public Holidays).

Telephone Enquiries

General Enquiries (02) 6799 6866
Rates Enquiries (02) 6799 6845
Corporate Services Department (02) 6799 6832
General Manager's Department (02) 6799 6833
Engineering Services Department (02) 6799 6877
Environmental Services Section (02)  6799 6855
Economic Development Section (02) 6799 6887
Mayors Office (02)  6799 6833
General Facsimile Number (02) 6799 6888

Email       council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
Website     www.narrabri.nsw.gov.au

After Hours Emergency Number  0429 911 111

Narrabri Shire Council provides an emergency contact telephone service for residents of the Shire in need of emergency assistance.

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DOGS and CATS

To be a responsible pet owner you must:

• Ensure your pet has a current identification tag and is micro-chipped;
• Walk your dog on a lead;
• Contain pets on your property;
• Pick up your dog’s droppings;
• Consider your neighbours; and
• Make sure your cat is locked inside at night.

Animal Registration

Narrabri Shire Council collects registration charges as set out in the Companion Animals Act (1998) NSW. All animals are registered on a central database for the whole of New South Wales. Owners of pets must identify (microchip) their cat or dog by three months of age or before they are sold or given away.

Registration Costs – Lifetime in New South Wales

• Desexed animal $40.00
• Desexed animal owned by a pensioner $15.00
• Undesexed animal $150.00

Further information can be obtained by viewing the Companion Animals Act (1998) NSW or by contacting Council’s Ranger on (02) 6799 6855.

Dog Pounds and Retrieving an Impounded Animal

There are three dog pounds within Narrabri Shire. Pound opening hours are 9.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday excluding Public Holidays.

Pound Locations

Boggabri Sewerage works, Kamilaroi Highway
Narrabri Livestock selling centre, Namoi Street
Wee Waa Sewerage works, Yarrie Lake Road

Narrabri and Wee Waa pounds have surrender pens installed enabling residents to:

• Surrender dogs no longer wanted; and
• Surrender dogs that are roaming, uncontrolled and whose owner cannot be identified.

Dogs that are injured or suffering should not be delivered to the pound.

A person wishing to retrieve an impounded animal may be liable for the following charges:

• Registration fee if unregistered;
• Approximately $60.00 (Vet Charge) micro-chipping fee if the animal is not micro-chipped;
• Minimum $55.00 impounding fee or $15.00 per day, whichever is the greater;
• Any veterinary costs incurred;
• Payment of any damages that the animal may have caused whilst roaming ie, injury to stock, another animal or property damage; and
• Payment of any penalty notice issued.

Complaints

Residents who have complaints in relation to barking, straying, dangerous, defecating or nuisance dogs should contact Council’s Ranger on (02) 6799 6855.

Council has cat traps available for hire, and citronella dog collars which deter dogs from barking.

Leash Free Areas and Walking Your Dog

Leash free areas have been established in the township of Narrabri for the safety of Narrabri residents and the enjoyment of pet owners.
 
The leash free areas in the Narrabri Shire are as follows;

Area 1: The area between Ugoa Street and Belar Street Cooma Road Corner bounded by Cooma Oval and the Narrabri Showgrounds.

Area 2: The area between Maitland Street and the Narrabri Creek bank between Violet Street and the railway viaduct.

In all other areas of town, dogs are to be kept on leads when in a public place.

There are certain areas that dogs are prohibited at all times.

These include:

1. Schools;
2. Children play areas;
3. Public swimming pools;
4. Areas where food is served or prepared; or
5. Where signs indicate that dogs are prohibited.

When in a public place the person in charge of the animal is responsible for the removal of faeces that is deposited by their animal. On the spot fines of $275.00 apply for breaches.

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Areas that the Economic Development Section of Council are responsible for is as follows:

  • Economic Development
  • Community Development
  • Tourism
  • The Crossing Theatre
  • Libraries

Officers within the Economic Development Section are on hand to provide valuable and practical information, advice, contacts and referrals to community, industry and government departments to facilitate a seamless transition for your business to move to Narrabri Shire.

The Economic Development Section can help existing or new businesses or industry in the following areas:

  • Conference meetings and event promotions
  • Community integration through contacts and facilitation
  • Direction in relation to who you need to talk to in Council to progress your project
  • Contacts with Commonwealth and State government departments as well as local business and community organisations
  • Provision of researched Shire quantitative and qualitative analysis
  • All aspects of tourism requirements

You can contact the Economic Development Section on (02) 6799 6887 or email on economicdevelopment@narrabri.nsw.gov.au.

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ENGINEERING SERVICES

The Engineering Services Department controls matters relating to Road Maintenance and Repair, Water Services, Design and Contracts, Noxious Weeds, Parks, Gardens, and Reserves.

External sites within the Engineering Services Departments control are: the Narrabri Aerodrome, Saleyards, Sewerage treatment works, Waste Management Facilities, Federation Farm, Weeds Department, Swimming Pools, Parks, Gardens and Reserves, Fleet/Supply and the Council Depot. 

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EVENTS

Narrabri Shire holds a range of exciting festivals and events throughout the year which draw regional and national crowds. There are a variety of activities on offer for all ages, tastes and budgets. Events include Australia Day activities, eisteddfods, picnic race days, sporting carnivals, agricultural shows, live performances, conferences and monthly markets. One popular event, Nosh on the Namoi, attracts over 7,000 visitors each year. To have your event included in the Annual Events Calendar and within the Whats On section of this website please contact the Narrabri Shire Visitor Information Centre on (02) 6799 6760.

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FEDERATION FARM

Federation Farm is owned by Narrabri Shire Council and share farmed by the schools of Narrabri Shire. It consists of 303 hectares of irrigation and dryland cropping and commenced operation in 2000. The farm is located 14 kilometres from the sewerage treatment plant and utilises treated effluent to irrigate cropping, and biosolids are used as fertiliser for a 77hectares dryland area.

The farm has been highly acclaimed, receiving a Commendation Award in the National Awards for Innovation in Local Government in 2001. Federation Farm is a wonderful Council, environmental and community initiative. Profits from Federation Farm are returned to Narrabri Shire schools.

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GARBAGE COLLECTION and RUBBISH TIPS

Waste Depot Opening Hours

Boggabri Depot, Gunnedah Road
7.30am – 5.30pm (Winter/non daylight savings)
7.30am – 6.30pm (Summer/daylight savings)
Open daily, excluding Christmas Day

Narrabri Waste Management Facility, Yarrie Lake Road
7.30am – 12pm and 1pm – 5.30pm (Winter/non daylight savings)
7.30am – 12pm and 2pm – 6.30pm (Summer/daylight savings)
Open daily, excluding Christmas Day

Wee Waa Depot, Pilliga Road
7.30am – 5.30pm (Winter/non daylight savings)
7.30am – 6.30pm (Summer/daylight savings)
Open daily, excluding Christmas Day

Council also manages rural waste depots at:

Bellata – Millie Road
Edgeroi – Homestead Road
Gwabegar – Cuttabri Road
Maules Creek – Maules Creek Road
Pilliga – Coonamble Road

Garbage Collection Service Days

Baan Baa – all of town, Monday
Boggabri – all of town, Monday
Wee Waa – all of town, Tuesday
Narrabri – is divided into three sections with rubbish being picked up Wednesday, Thursday or Friday depending on what section of town you reside in. To determine which day you receive this service please contact Council or visit the Rubbish & Recycling section of this website.

Residents in the towns of Baan Baa, Boggabri, Wee Waa and Narrabri are provided with 3 garbage bins. A red lidded bin for general waste, a blue lidded bin for paper and cardboard recycling and a yellow lidded bin for plastics and glass.

Recycling bins are collected on alternate weeks and the red lidded general waste bin is collected weekly.

Refer to the Recycling Calendar to find out what recycling week it is.

Commercial Waste

A commercial garbage service (bulk bin) is available from Council, please contact Engineering Services on (02) 6799 6877 for more information.

Recycling

Recycling facilities are available through Challenge Disability Services in Narrabri. They are capable of recycling paper, cardboard, glass bottles and jars, aluminium and steel cans and plastics.

Bulk recycling bins can be found at Boggabri, Narrabri and Wee Waa waste depots and a home pick-up service is available to Narrabri residents. Please contact Challenge Disability Services on (02) 6792 1781 for further details.

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GRANTS

Narrabri Shire Council offers several grants to the public throughout the year. The grants offered are:

Each grant has special conditions and criteria to be met which are explained at the time of offer. The grants are advertised through local media and Council’s website.

The Sporting and Small Area grants are offered every financial year and the Contributions to Special Events grant is available twice a year.

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LIBRARY SERVICES

There are three libraries in the Narrabri Shire located as follows:

Boggabri
Wee Waa Street
Phone: (02) 6743 4281

Opening hours 

Tuesday 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Wednesday 10.00 am - 1.00 pm
Thursday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm
Friday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm
Saturday 10.00 am - 12.00 pm


Narrabri
Doyle Street
Phone: (02) 6799 6790

Monday 10.00 am - 5.30 pm
Tuesday 10.00 am - 5.30 pm
Wednesday 10.00 am - 5.30 pm
Thursday 10.00 am - 6.00 pm
Friday 10.00 am - 5.30 pm
Saturday 10.00 am - 12 noon

Wee Waa
Rose Street
Phone: (02) 6795 3064

Tuesday 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Wednesday 10.00 am - 1.00 pm
Thursday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm
Friday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm
Saturday 10.00 am - 12.00 pm

Membership of Council libraries is free and open to all residents. People under the age of 16 require a parent or guardian to sign the library application card.Please contact the library for more details or if you wish to join.

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NOXIOUS WEEDS

Information on Noxious Weeds in the Shire is available on Council’s website. If you have any queries or think you have discovered a Noxious Weed, please contact Council’s Noxious Weeds staff on (02) 6799 6702.

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PARKING

Council manages, regulates and enforces parking across the Shire. As part of its role Council supplies and maintains public and off street parking facilities for motorists. Council car parks in Narrabri are situated at:

  • Corner of Doyle and Barwan Street (behind Post Office)
  • Tibbereena Street, (behind Visitor’s Centre & The Crossing Theatre)

For longer-term parking, Council encourages the use of off-street parking in order to maintain a supply of spaces in the CBD for short-term parking. Narrabri Shire Council shares a parking inspector with Moree Plains Shire Council, Gunnedah Shire Council and Liverpool Plains Shire Council who regularly visits Narrabri to ensure that drivers are abiding by parking rules.

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PARKS

Narrabri Shire Council manages the following parks and gardens for the enjoyment of the community:

  • Baan Baa 
    - Baan Baa Park - Playground equipment
  • Bellata 
    - Bellata Park - Playground equipment
  • Boggabri 
     - Anzac Playground equipment
     - Rotary Toilets, seating and playground equipment
     - Vickery Toilets, seating, playground equipment, electric BBQ
  • Gwabegar 
    Anzac Park - Playground equipment
  • Narrabri 
    - Blanche Peadon Drive Park - Playground equipment
    - Cameron Park - Toilets, playground equipment, boat ramp
    - Collins Park - Grandstand, playground equipment
    - Narrabri West Lake Park - Electric BBQ, playground equipment, walking track, horse exercise area
    - Park Crescent Park - Playground equipment
    - Purcell Park - Playground equipment
    - Reid Street Park - Nature strip
    - Selina Street Park - Picnic area
  • Pilliga 
    - Pilliga Park - Playground equipment
  • Wee Waa 
    - Dangar Park - Toilets, playground equipment, cricket nets, electric BBQ to be installed by July 2007
    - Ludowici Park - Playground equipment
    - Rotary Park - Toilets, playground equipment

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PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT

The Environmental Services Section coordinates the Planning and Development functions within Narrabri Shire Council.

A selection of application forms and information brochures are available from Council or on this website. If you are considering building, making alterations, sub dividing, changing the use of existing premises, erecting fences, etc, you may need Council approval to do so. For any queries please contact the Environmental Services Section on (02) 6799 6855.

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POST CODES

Post Codes for Towns, Villages and Localities in Narrabri Shire

Baan Baa 2390
Bellata 2397
Boggabri 2382
Bohena Creek 2390
Boolcarroll  2388
Bullawa Creek  2390
Bulyeroi  2387
Couradda 2390
Cuttabri  2388
Drildool  2386
Edgeroi  2390
Eulah Creek  2390
Gwabegar  2356
Harparary  2382
Jacks Creek  2390
Kaputar  2390
Maules Creek  2382
Merah North  2388
Narrabri  2390
Nowley  2386
Pilliga  2388
Spring Plains  2388
Tarriaro  2390
Turrawan 2390
Wean  2382
Wee Waa  2388
Yarrie Lake  2388

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PUBLIC NUISANCES & NEIGHBOURHOOD DISPUTES

Neighbourhood complaints can escalate and become exaggerated if solutions are not sought promptly. Advice and mediation from Council can assist to achieve fairness in minor disputes for all involved. For community residents who have disputes or disagreements that seem difficult to overcome, the New South Wales Government provides free mediation and conflict management services. Please contact:

Northern Community Justice Centre
Corner Bolton and Church Streets
NEWCASTLE   NSW   2300

Phone Toll Free:  1800 990 777
Fax:    02 4925 0300
Email:   cjc_northern@agd.nsw.gov.au
Website:  www.cjc.nsw.gov.au

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PUBLIC & ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Council’s Environmental Compliance Officer provides a professional service that maximises environmental and public health outcomes. Council provides an extensive range of programs under the provisions of the Health Act, the Food Act and Council’s local laws including food safety inspections, on site sewerage and trade waste monitoring.

For information regarding environmental health protection contact the Environmental Compliance Officer on (02) 6799 6855.

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RANGER

Residents that have complaints in relation to barking, straying, dangerous or nuisance dogs should contact Council’s Ranger on (02) 6799 6855.

Narrabri Shire Council’s Ranger is the reporting officer for the following functions:

• Companion animals
• Littering
• Noise
• Straying stock
• Pollution
• Parking
• Illegal dumping
• Overgrown blocks and
• Abandoned vehicles

Please direct all complaints or concerns regarding the above matters to Council’s Ranger.

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RATES

When are Rates Due?

Rates and water payments are due quarterly in August, November, February and May:

31 August   Instalment 1
30 November Instalment 2
28 February  Instalment 3
31 May  Instalment 4

Payment Method Options

Council has several ways available for residents to pay rates such as:

• BPay;
• In person at Australia Post;
• Pay by phone using a credit card during business hours on (02) 6799 6845;
• In person at Council’s administration building; and
• By mail.

These options are listed in more detail on the reverse of rates notices, so you can choose which option is the most convenient for you. For enquiries please contact Council’s Rates Section on (02) 6799 6845.

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ROADS

The Narrabri Shire consists of over 2,300 kilometres of roads. Many of these are rural roads and approximately 1,800 kilometres are unsealed. Unsealed and gravel surfaces can vary rapidly and Council urges motorists to take caution and drive to the conditions.

Often rain makes some roads unusable and temporary road closures may be necessary. Temporary road closures in response to wet weather are broadcast over local radio stations.

All roads and traffic related matters are handled by Council’s Engineering Services Department on (02) 6799 6877.

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SALEYARDS
 
The Narrabri Livestock Selling Centre is located in Namoi Street, Narrabri and hosts weekly sales of stock sourced from a large regional area. Excellent facilities for man and beast make this complex a popular choice for producers and buyers alike. Contact details for the Narrabri Livestock Selling Centre are as follows:

Postal Address: 
Narrabri Shire Council
PO Box 261
NARRABRI   NSW   2390

Phone:  Mr Shane Rice – (02) 6799 6810
Mobile – 0427 101 140

Fax:   (02) 6799 6715

Sale Days

Prime cattle sales – Thursday, weekly
Store cattle sales – 1st Tuesday of every month
Prime sheep sales – 2nd Thursday of every month
Special sales – as required

Services & Facilities

• Excellent yards with stock handling equipment;
• Approved road train and B-double access;
• Caters for Private Weighs;
• 24 hour Avdata truck wash;
• Kiosk; and
• Toilets and showers.

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SEWAGE

The Narrabri Shire On-site Sewage Management Strategy outlines the responsibilities of system owners, as well as Council, in relation to effective on-site sewage management. It also sets out the process of monitoring and inspecting systems within the Narrabri Shire Local Government Area. This document is available on this website by clicking on the above link or contact Environmental Services on (02) 6799 6855.

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SPORT and RECREATION

Narrabri Shire Council manages numerous community facilities available for use by the community.

Application forms are available on Council’s website or from the Administration Office to book Council facilities. Please submit your application at least one month in advance of the event. Public Liability Insurance is required for bookings by community and sporting groups.

Council Facilities

Boggabri 
Jubilee Oval - Three fields, cricket nets, amenities block, long jump, discus and shot-put facilities.

Narrabri 
Collins Park - Grandstand, amenities blocks, lights, kiosk.
Hogan Oval - Skate park, toilets, change rooms, lights.
Leitch Oval - Toilets, change rooms, lights.
Cooma Oval - Kiosk, toilets, cricket nets, cricket pitches.
Gately Field - Kiosk, toilets, change rooms.
Narrabri Lake - Shelters and tables, walking track, horse exercise area.
Dangar Park - Grandstand, amenities blocks, lights and rugby ground.

Wee Waa 
Cook Oval - Five fields, kiosk, change rooms, toilets, lighting on one field.
Dangar Park - Toilets, cricket pitch, electric BBQ.

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SWIMMING POOLS

 
Narrabri Shire Council operates swimming pools in Boggabri, Narrabri and Wee Waa.

Boggabri
Corner of Caxton & Laidlaw Streets
Phone: 6743 4379

• 33 metre pool
• Shaded toddlers pool
• 1 & 3 metre springboard
• Solar heated

Narrabri
Tibbereena Street
Phone: 6799 6730

• 50 metre pool
• Shaded toddlers pool
• 1 metre springboard
• 50 metre pool partly shaded

Wee Waa
Alma Street
Phone: 6795 4384

• 33 metre pool
• Shaded toddlers pool

All pools open the first weekend of October and close on the last Sunday in March. Please contact the pool manager directly to obtain up-to-date information as opening hours vary throughout the season.

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THE CROSSING THEATRE

The Crossing Theatre is an impressive, modern venue set on the banks of the picturesque Narrabri Creek. This distinctive purpose built centre is ideal for hosting small functions and meetings to major conferences and conventions. The Crossing Theatre is an $8 million state-of-the-art complex and is a unique feature of regional New South Wales.

The building comprises seven rooms of varying size which can be transformed into a variety of configurations and floor plans suitable for large functions, break-out areas or specialist seminars. Latest release movies screen in two cinemas from Wednesday to Sunday. Screening times are available in local press, by contacting The Crossing Theatre or by accessing The Crossing Theatre website. Coffee, cakes and light meals are also served in the foyer of the facility.

The Crossing Theatre
117 Tibbereena Street
PO Box 488
NARRABRI   NSW   2390

Phone: (02) 6792 4654
Fax:  (02) 6792 5637
Email:  admin@crossingtheatre.com.au
Website: www.crossingtheatre.com.au

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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE

Opened in 1988, the newly refurbished Narrabri Shire Visitor Information Centre has a wealth of information and souvenirs for tourists, new residents and locals alike. Situated on the Newell Highway in Narrabri between The Australian Cotton Centre and The Crossing Theatre, it boasts knowledgeable, friendly staff more than willing to assist with your enquiries.

Phone: (02) 6799 6760
Free call: 1800 659 931
Fax:  (02) 6799 6766
Email:  tourism@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
Website: www.narrabri.nsw.gov.au
 
Opening Hours

Weekdays 9.00am – 5.00pm
Weekends & Public Holidays 9.00am – 2.00pm

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WATER

Narrabri Shire Council is responsible for providing water and waste water services to all towns and villages in the Shire. Residents can assist Council to preserve our valuable water resources by reporting leaking water mains and services to Engineering Services on 6799 6877.

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WEBSITE

The Narrabri Shire Council’s website address is www.narrabri.nsw.gov.au

This website features information on all of Council’s services, available jobs at Council, latest news and events from around Narrabri Shire and useful information for new residents, community groups and businesses.

You can download various Council application forms and keep up-to-date with Council decisions through accessing business papers.

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WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
 

Council buildings that have wheelchair access include:

The Crossing Theatre
Visitor Information Centre - Narrabri
Narrabri Shire Council Administration Building
Narrabri Shire Council Libraries
Public toilets

  • Tibbereena Street, Narrabri
  • Ludowici Park, Wee Waa
  • Vickery Park, Boggabri
  • Pilliga Bore Baths, Pilliga
  • Cameron Park, Narrabri
  • Maitland Street, Narrabri

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