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Sewer jetting maintenance works planned for Merimbula area

Published on 04 September 2026

Residents in parts of Merimbula are being asked to take a few simple steps before scheduled sewer jetting maintenance begins next week.

SECCA presents acclaimed artists in spring exhibitions

Published on 31 August 2026

Bega Valley Shire Council is excited to announce two major exhibitions opening at South East Centre for Contemporary Art (SECCA) on Friday 4 September - Karla Dickens: Recovery Mission and Helen Britton: The Story So Far.

NSW Government changes rules for public consultation on developments

Published on 31 August 2026

New statewide planning rules will change how some proposed developments are publicly exhibited in the Bega Valley from tomorrow, 1 September.

Community waste prevention and environment grants awarded

Published on 26 August 2026

Bega Valley Shire Council has awarded a total of $70,234 to 15 projects under its latest Community Grants Program.

Bega Streetlight Festival returns bigger and brighter

Published on 25 August 2026

The countdown is on for one of the Bega Valley's most anticipated community events, with the 2026 Bega Streetlight Festival set to transform Bega's CBD into a vibrant celebration of light, creativity and community on Friday 25 September 2026.

SECCA to host Patricia Piccinini's skywhales at Bega Showground

Published on 24 August 2026

The South East Centre for Contemporary Art (SECCA) is proud to host Skywhales Across Australia, a major National Gallery of Australia touring event featuring Patricia Piccinini's acclaimed hot-air balloon sculptures, Skywhale and Skywhalepapa.
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Public Notices

Public Council Briefing streaming

On display until 15 October 2026

Council experienced technical difficulties with the streaming service during the Public Council Briefing on Wednesday 9 September. This meant the session on the Finalisation of Bega Urban Land Release Planning Proposal was not available to view online as scheduled.

Development Proposal - Bega - DA 2026.216 - PAN-662288

On display until 15 September 2026

An application for the clearing of land and approval of a dwelling envelope.

Road resurfacing works scheduled in Ridge Street, Bega

On display until 02 October 2026

Bega Valley Shire Council advises road resurfacing works will be carried out on Ridge Street, Bega from Saturday 5 September to Monday 7 September, weather permitting.

Development Proposal - Merimbula - DA 2026.213 - PAN-662071

On display until 29 September 2026

An application has been received for installation of a cricket pitch ancillary to caravan park.

Next stage of Beach Street improvements starting soon

On display until 31 March 2027

Bega Valley Shire Council advises works to create an improved public space in Beach Street, Merimbula will begin on Monday 24 August.

Geotechnical investigations on Doctor George Mountain Road and Nelson

On display until 08 October 2026

Bega Valley Shire Council advises geotechnical investigations will be carried out on Doctor George Mountain Road and at the Nelson Creek culvert on Tathra-Bermagui Road from Monday 31 August to Friday 4 September, weather permitting.
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Have Your Say

Fees & Charges update Twyford Hall and Cemeteries

Have your say on proposed updates to 2026-27 Fees and Charges.

Development proposals on exhibition

Have your say on applications open for public comment.

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Council Meetings Bega Valley Shire Council

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What’s On

Art After School at SECCA! Term 3, Ages 9+

10 September 2026

Love art? Like making things? Come and join our after school art adventures at SECCA!

Explore exhibitions in the gallery, then make your own art inspired by what you’ve seen. Over the 8-week program, you will experiment with different materials, learn new techniques and create original artworks you can be proud of. You’ll get to think creatively, solve problems and express your own ideas.

Art After School at SECCA! Term 3, Ages 5 to 8

10 September 2026

Join us for an after-school creative adventure! Kids will explore current exhibitions before accessing hands-on art making activities. Over the eight-week program kids will work with a range of mediums, learn new skills, create their own unique artworks, and practice fine motor skills and creative problem solving in a fun environment with new friends.

Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2026 – Call for entries

10 September 2026

Entries are open for the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2026. One of Australia’s major prizes for realistic portraiture, the $50,000 biennial award is non-acquisitive and is among the higher-value portrait prizes in the country, attracting hundreds of entries from many of the nation’s leading artists.

Spring Program

10 September 2026

There’s plenty happening at your local library this Spring.

3 Ways

10 September 2026

An exhibition of oil paintings and pastels by three Bega Valley artists.
Three artists. Three journeys. Three visions.

Helen Britton: The Story So Far

10 September 2026

The touring exhibition, The Story So Far, comments on the rich and complex world of country women, of a time of creativity and frugality that formed Helen Britton’s early experience of Australia, of lost possibility, and of a colonial past and present, still so deeply problematic.
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