Customer Services and Libraries will be closed from Saturday 25 April and reopen Tuesday 28 April. After hours lines will be available for emergencies. For waste services, in line with normal operating hours, all waste transfer stations are closed on public holidays, except the Kempsey Waste Management Centre, which will remain open.
Situated in the Macleay Valley on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales, Kempsey Shire has a vibrant community of around 30,000 people.
While most of our residents live in the towns of Kempsey, South West Rocks or Crescent Head, the shire also has many villages and rural localities spread across its 3,381 square kilometres.
Kempsey Shire Council’s corporate vision is 'to lead and work with our community to build an inspired, connected Macleay Valley'.
From healthcare services to community event calendars, see what's available through the local network of community services.
On this page, you’ll find links to local services, programs, activities and events designed to support and celebrate seniors in our community.
See how census data and other sources build a powerful story about the characteristics of our community and how our shire compares with others around Australia.
Learn about Macleay Valley history, discover sites of heritage significance, and find resources for research.
The Kempsey Community Directory is an online directory of community groups, services and facilities across the Macleay Valley.
Find information and resources on Council and community services for people with disability.
Each year we recognise the valuable and inspiring contributions of Macleay Valley citizens and community groups through our annual Australia Day Awards ceremony. These awards are an opportunity to celebrate our local legends.
Council hosts citizenship ceremonies for those who wish to become Australian citizens.