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The Garage Sale Trail is coming to Kempsey!

Published on 17 October 2024

It’s time to declutter for cash! With Australia’s biggest secondhand event, Garage Sale Trail, just around the corner, it’s time for the Kempsey Shire community to put some spring clean in their step and declutter for cash.

Smith Street footpath upgrade to boost safety and accessibility

Published on 17 October 2024

Kempsey is about to get a safer and more accessible town centre, with a major footpath upgrade on the Eastern side of Smith Street kicking off this weekend.

Roadside Weed Spraying upcoming for the shire

Published on 17 October 2024

Kempsey Shire Council will be spraying guardrails and bridge approaches across the shire to control grass and weed growth.

StepUp Kempsey’s day of inclusion

Published on 15 October 2024

Get ready for a day of fun, community spirit, and meaningful conversations. Kempsey Shire Council is thrilled to support the StepUp for Down Syndrome Family Fun Day.

First meeting for new Council elects Deputy Mayor

Published on 15 October 2024

In this first meeting for the new Council, Councillors elected Councillor Julie Coburn as Deputy Mayor, as well as approving the Development Application for the new Amenities and Accommodation block for the Horseshoe Bay Holiday Park, receiving an update on the Multi-purpose Pavilion on Verge Street, and finalising the formation of a Revenue Review Taskforce.

Flashing lights means slow down for kids

Published on 15 October 2024

With the school holidays over and buses back on the roads of the Macleay Valley, it’s time for our community to refocus on the safety of our youngest residents.

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Notices

East Side of Smith Street Footpath Upgrade

On display until 06 January 2025

Kempsey Shire Council will begin a footpath upgrade on the eastern side of Smith Street, starting this weekend. The works will be completed in sections over 11 weekends, beginning at the Belgrave Street end.

Comprehensive road repairs on Sherwood Road

On display until 30 November 2024

Kempsey Shire Council advises residents and road users of an upcoming full closure of the bridge on Sherwood Road to facilitate essential road repairs.