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2025 federal election

A federal election will be held on Saturday 3 May 2025.

Major Projects

Council is working on several major projects to renew or build infrastructure.

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Your Say Macleay

Have your say on plans for the Kempsey Shire

Draft documents including the 4 year Delivery Program and annual Operational Plan are on exhibition.

Have Your Say

ReVITALise - Kempsey Railway Station Precinct

Your feedback plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the Kempsey Railway Station precinct.

Have Your Say

Draft Kempsey Shire Flood Policy

Provide your feedback on draft framework for floodplain management in flood-prone areas.

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News

Have your say on Council’s key documents and plans

Published on 17 April 2025

As part of Kempsey Shire Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting framework, a series of draft documents have been progressively released for public exhibition and community feedback via Your Say Macleay. Now open for feedback are the Draft Delivery Program 2025–2029, Operational Plan 2025/26 and supporting documents.

Manga magic with Stephen McLeod at Kempsey Library

Published on 17 April 2025

Kempsey Library was buzzing with creativity on Monday 14 April as local artist Stephen McLeod led a fantastic Manga Drawing Workshop.

School of Safety takes a big step toward safer youth driving

Published on 17 April 2025

Youth across the Macleay Valley recently attended the School of Safety Youth Safer Driving Day, proudly hosted by Kempsey Shire Council. A meaningful and engaging event aimed at supporting our local students as they take their first steps towards becoming responsible drivers.

Mayor's Column: An important Council meeting

Published on 16 April 2025

The April Council Meeting included documents outlining what Council will do, how much we will spend and most importantly, our why.

Check the signs before you leave a parked car

Published on 16 April 2025

Whether you're a local or just visiting, it’s worth knowing what the rules are and carefully checking the signs for restrictions and other conditions before leaving your car.

Saltwater Creek mouth to open Wednesday

Published on 15 April 2025

To mitigate flooding risks and protect assets, Council will undertake controlled works to attempt to open Saltwater Creek on Wednesday 16 April.
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Notices

Notice of advertisement for unused road reserve

On display until 09 May 2025

Notice is hereby given that Kempsey Shire Council, under the Roads Act 1993 No 33, Part 10, Division 2 Short term leases of unused public roads, intends to enter into a lease for an unused Road Reserve.

2025 Kempsey part-day local events

On display until 08 November 2025

The Minister of Employee Relations has declared the 2025 Kempsey Show and the 2025 Kempsey cup as part-day local events from midday to 6pm for the Kempsey Shire.
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What's on

Easter Storytime with Piper the Story Dog

22 April 2025

Join Piper the Story Dog for an extra special Easter Storytime session!

Drug and Alcohol pop-up

24 April 2025

The Drug and Alcohol Info Pop-Up is an interactive travelling display featuring up to date and accessible information about drugs and alcohol, and through a range of complementary events and activities provides a starting point for important community discussion.

The Space In Between exhibition by Liesel Arden and HASSAN

28 April 2025

The Space In Between is a reflective and collaborative exhibition by Filmmaker-Photographer HASSAN and Painter-Poet Liesel Arden, who explore the delicate moments that lie in the quiet pauses of existence.
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Council meeting - 15 April 2025

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