The Central Darling Shire Council election is scheduled for September 20, 2025, with mobile voting available across multiple locations to ensure accessibility for all residents.

Mobile voting schedule:

• Ivanhoe Community Hall: 18 September (8:30am-5:30pm), 19 September (8:30am-6:00pm)
• Menindee Civic Hall: 18 September (8:30am-3:30pm), 17 September (8:30am-6:00pm)
• Tilpa Community Hall: 16 September (12:00pm-2:00pm)
• White Cliffs Community Hall: 17 September (12:00pm-3:00pm)
• Wilcannia Community Hall: 15-16 September (8:30am-5:30pm), 19 September (8:30am-6:00pm)

Key candidates include:

• Ward A: Owen Whyman, Monica Kerwin, Rhonda Hynch, Peter Sullivan
• Ward B: Max Bradley, Robert Vagg, Fay Johnson-Stone, Rachelle Crawford, Peter
• Residents living in Ward C are not required to vote, as Daniel Fuel has been elected unopposed.

The September Ordinary Council Meeting has been moved to Wednesday, 17 September 2025 from the originally scheduled 24 September date. This change accommodates the 20 September Council Election timeline, ensuring the meeting occurs before polling day rather than after.

Family Day Care Service Expansion to Ivanhoe

Council has resolved to support the establishment of a Family Day Care service in Ivanhoe. The council will write to both the State Member for Barwon and Federal Member for Parkes seeking support and assistance in securing funding for this community initiative, following advocacy and consultation with local residents.

In response to community feedback, Council is implementing changes to the Wilcannia Council Chambers to create a more culturally inclusive and welcoming environment for all community members. The changes include:

• Relocating portraits of former Council presidents and mayors
• Installing an Honour Board to respectfully display their names and terms of service
• This initiative reflects the council's commitment to acknowledging the diverse community it serves.

Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Community Service Awards, recognising individuals, volunteers, and events that have made meaningful and positive differences across the shire.

Award categories include:

• Citizen of the Year
• Young Citizen of the Year
• Volunteer of the Year
• Service to the Community
• Outstanding Local Event of 2025

Nomination deadline: 4pm on Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Nomination forms are available on Council's website or can be collected from Council offices as printed forms.

Administrator Bob Stewart provided an update on the transition process, noting that while the election campaign is underway, he wishes all nominated candidates success.

Stewart highlighted several achievements during the administration period, including successful grant applications and community projects reaching completion.

He particularly noted the Baaka Cultural Centre's success in winning its category in the recent LGNSW awards, congratulating all those who contributed to this achievement.

The Administrator confirmed that detailed progress reports have been prepared for the incoming elected council, ensuring continuity of governance and acknowledging the residents' patience during the administration period.

The council has provided QR codes linking to elections.nsw.gov.au for residents to easily find more information about their voting options and stay informed about the election process.

For more information about any of these matters, contact Central Darling Shire Council at PO Box 165 Wilcannia NSW 2836, Phone: 08 8083 8900