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Stories from
the middle of things.

News, notices and official updates from a shire that remains confident in its trajectory.

A council meeting in Nearenough

Council · 11 August

Presentation successfully projected after two-hour connection process

Council noted the Foreshore seating trial, notwithstanding its limited visibility during the initial connection period.

Council staff assisting a resident

Services · 6 August

Front counter service standard updated to include a proper sit-down

The change recognises that most enquiries benefit from a chair, a clear explanation and a little more time.

A Nearenough resident submitting a maintenance request

Works · 30 July

New maintenance request process confirms pothole can be reported before it becomes familiar

Requests can now include a photo, location and optional note on how long a resident has been meaning to mention it.

A quiet newly carpeted Nearenough library

Facilities · 22 July

New library carpet lowers decibels; residents say they now feel obliged to be extra quiet

The Shire says the acoustic improvement is welcome and confirms ordinary library voices remain entirely acceptable.

The Good Bakery serving locals

Local business · 12 July

Good Bakery adds a second pie warmer ahead of show season

Owner says the upgrade has been planned carefully and will reduce the need for customers to “just wait two minutes”.

Volunteers preparing the Nearenough showground market

Community · 3 July

Showground market receives grant for additional trestle tables

Organisers say the tables will create enough room for produce, handmade goods and a modestly expanded raffle display.

Brand story

The landscape behind Nearenough

Our identity draws on the river, cultivated land and broad regional horizon: the places that connect people to the town, and the town to everywhere else.

Shire of Nearenough brand palette and identity applications