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Upper Macleay Flood Study

The Upper Macleay Flood Study investigates flood behaviour across the Upper Macleay River catchment.

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Matty's Flat Boat Reserve Upgrade and Expansion

Matty's Flat is an important riverside area used commercially and enjoyed by locals and visitors

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reVITALise - Kempsey Railway Station Precinct

Check out the designs for the reVITALise - Kempsey Railway Station Precinct project.

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News

New section of the Mulumun Trail opens at South West Rocks

Published on 04 November 2026

The opening of another section of the Mulumun Trail was celebrated at the trailhead near Smoky Cape Lighthouse today, marking a milestone in one of the Macleay Valley Coast's most significant nature-based tourism projects.

Councillor Noel Selby resigns from Kempsey Shire Council

Published on 04 November 2026

Council’s Chief Executive Officer received written notice from Councillor Noel Selby today resigning from his position as a Kempsey Shire councillor, effective immediately.

Who makes our community special?

Published on 29 October 2026

Every day across the Macleay Valley, people are doing wonderful things for their community, often without expecting anything in return. Now is the time to help them get the recognition they deserve. Nominations for our Australia Day Awards are open now!

Embroidery workshop takes off

Published on 28 October 2026

Everyone had a great time, and Mary was a patient and kind teacher, especially in showing people how to do a daisy stitch and other useful knots and darns, as well as suggesting creative solutions to issues like patching holes and covering marks.

What a day! Clyde Street lights up for Macleay Laneway Fest

Published on 27 October 2026

What happens when you bring together talented young performers, emerging artists, creative stallholders and a community ready to cheer them on? Something pretty special.

Advocacy continues for Back Creek dredging

Published on 27 October 2026

Council is continuing work to improve conditions at the entrance to Back Creek in South West Rocks, where ongoing sand build-up is affecting navigation. Staff are progressing the licences and approvals needed for a temporary dredging arrangement, while Council continues to advocate for dredging to resume and investigates other practical measures, including potential flood risks.

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Notices

Tree pruning works - Macleay Valley Way, Kempsey

On display until 11 November 2026

Council will be undertaking tree pruning works along Macleay Valley Way, South Kempsey, between the South Street intersection and Crescent Head Road intersection on Wednesday 11th November (weather permitting).