Moderate to Major flood warning issued for Macleay River - Update 3# Published on 21 May 2025 The Bureau of Meteorology issued a Moderate to Major Flood Warning for the Macleay River at Georges Creek, Bellbrook and Kempsey. A Flood Watch and Severe Weather Warning for Heavy Rainfall and Damaging Winds has been issued for the Macleay River catchment. Tagged as: , Emergencies and Disasters
Advocacy in its many forms Published on 21 May 2025 Advocacy means supporting a cause or idea—but as Mayor, it takes many different forms in different settings. Tagged as: , From the Mayor's desk
How can the community help keep council staff safe? Published on 21 May 2025 At Kempsey Shire Council, the safety of our workers — including contractors, volunteers, and visitors — is a top priority. Tagged as: , A message from your Council
Planning docs, Councillor fees and progress on a statue for Dave Sands Published on 20 May 2025 At the May Council meeting, Councillors adopted three key planning documents, Mayor and Councillor fees were set for the 2025-26 financial year, and the location of a future statue commemorating the legacy of Kempsey boxing legend Dave Sands was agreed on. Tagged as: , Mayor and Councillors
Controlled discharge activated for Steuart McIntyre Dam Published on 19 May 2025 The dam is approaching 100% capacity and a controlled discharge has been activated. Tagged as: , Water and Sewer
Mayor's Column: Welcoming student leaders to Council Published on 14 May 2025 Giving young people a voice, respecting their perspective and encouraging them to dream about a future is a passion of mine through both my professional and Council roles. Tagged as: , Mayor's column
How is Council prioritising pothole repairs? Published on 14 May 2025 With more than 600mm of rain in the last three months, it's no surprise that roads have significantly deteriorated. Repairing roads are proritised based on several factors. Tagged as: , Roads
Surges damage footpath and stormwater infrastructure at Crescent Head Published on 09 May 2025 High tides and surges have damaged stormwater pipes near Killick Creek, causing a sinkhole under the footpath. The area has been cordoned off for safety, and Council is working on repair plans. Please avoid the site and follow safety signage. Tagged as: , Holiday Parks, Water and Sewer
Pawsitively precious Humbug is looking for a quiet home🐾 Published on 09 May 2025 Humbug is a young black and white Domestic Short Hair with a gentle nature and a playful spirit. Since arriving as a stray, she’s really come out of her shell and now enjoys batting around toys and soaking up calm attention. Tagged as: , Pets and Animals