Major Projects updates

Narrabri Shire Council is currently progressing approvals for the continued operation and proposed extension of the existing Greenhill's Quarry on Old Narrabri Road, Narrabri.

This project will provide materials to support Council's ongoing road maintenance program across the Shire.  

Any questions in relation to this project can be directed to Council's Manager Road Services Michael Cain on 02 6799 6866.

The Narrabri Waste Management Facility expansion includes the construction of two adjoining landfill cells (Cell 2 and Cell 3), sediment control basin and leachate pond.

The project aims to continue to support landfill operations within the existing site and meet the Shire's future waste management requirements.

The proposal is deemed a designated development and regionally significant development, therefore requires assessment and approval in accordance with Part 4 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. The Development Application (DA) will be accompanied by an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) prepared in accordance with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs).

The Development Application for the expansion project is currently being advertised. Submissions are due before close of business on 18 November 2025.

Tenders for the project are also currently being advertised and will be received up until 11.00am Monday, 24 November 2025.

For any further information, please contact the Narrabri Shire Council on (02) 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au

The Narrabri Tourism Hub will further transform Tibbereena Street into an attractive destination for the community and visitors to the area.

Tenders are being advertised for the next stages of the project. 

These stages include the delivery of playground equipment, shared paths and footpaths, shelters and furniture (including barbecue picnic shelters) as well as irrigation and landscaping works.

It follows the previous successful delivery of an amenities block and access pathways.

Following award of tenders, installation works will take place from December 2025 through to April 2026 (beginning with delivery of the play equipment).

The $1.4 million project has been made possible thanks to funding through Round 1 of the Australian Government’s Growing Regions Program.

The Tullamullen Bridge on Old Narrabri Road includes the construction of a new, dual-lane concrete bridge on a new alignment, replacing the single-lane timber structure. 

The new bridge will support the use of modern heavy vehicles, improve the serviceability of the bridge and provide safer access for passenger vehicles.

Saunders CivilBuild were awarded the contract in July 2024 for Design and Construction of the bridge.

Approach works on the Tullamullen Bridge are continuing, following inundation and wet weather. Demolition of the old structure has been completed.

A speed reduction is in place for the duration of the works, which are expected to be completed in 2025.

The Tullamullen Bridge Construction Project has been made possible thanks to $2.3 million in funding through the NSW Government's Fixing Country Bridges program.

The tender for the Violet Street Bridge replacement project was awarded at the November 2025 Extraordinary Council Meeting to Saunders Civilbuild Pty Ltd.

Overhead lighting near the bridge will be removed starting in November 2025. All bridge construction planning and preparation works will be completed by Christmas 2025, ready for demolition of the existing bridge to commence in early January 2026.

Construction of the new Violet Street Bridge is anticipated to be completed by the end of September 2026, depending on weather and other factors that may affect the timeline. A detour will be in place throughout the duration of the works.

Council continues to provide assistance to those directly affected by the works, including residents, the local school, bus companies, businesses and emergency services.

This Violet Street Bridge replacement project will see the removal of the existing Violet Street Bridge over Narrabri Creek and replaced with a concrete and steel reinforced structure as well as upgraded road approaches.

The new bridge will feature:

• Dual traffic lanes
•  Shared pathway for pedestrians and cyclists on each side of the bridge
•  Unrestricted heavy vehicle access
•  New overhead street lighting

The new structure will also decrease the time required to remove barriers during flood events. This means the bridge will not need to close as early as per previous flood events – reducing disruption for residents and road users.

The $7 million project has been made possible thanks to $5 million in funding through the Australian and NSW Government’s Infrastructure Betterment Program.

For more information, including indicative timelines, FAQs and more, please visit the project’s website.

At the December 2024 Ordinary Council Meeting, Council approved the design for the Wee Waa Community and Business Centre and proceed to Development Application. (Minute 252/2024).

View the detailed plans.

The Development Application for the Wee Waa Community Business Centre is currently being advertised, with submissions due by close of business on 18 November 2025.

The Wee Waa Community Centre design features two community rooms, two office spaces and a courtyard.

Funding for the project will be sourced from government grants and developer contributions.

If you are seeking further information, please reach out via:

Post: Narrabri Shire Council, PO Box 261, Narrabri NSW 2390
Email: council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
In person: 46-48 Maitland Street, Narrabri
Phone: (02) 6799 6866