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Special Rate Variation (SRV)

On 25 June 2024, Council endorsed the 2024/25 - 2027/28 Delivery Program and 2024/25 Operational Plan inclusive of the special variation. The variation is for a 10% increase to the general rate for 3 consecutive years, commencing 1 July 2024. This page has all the details and documents on the SRV process, including a series of FAQs.

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Textures of One 2024
24 Aug 2024  - 8 Sep 2024
Textures of One Art Prize returns in 2024 with a 10th anniversary celebration! To honour ten years and all of the volunteers, community groups and local artists that have participated over the past decade, the motif of “tin” has been selected to be included in creative new ways in this years entries.
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Blayney NSW Australia
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Local Government Elections
14 Sep 2024
There are 128 local government councils in NSW. Each council represents a local government area. 124 councils will be holding elections on Saturday, 14 September 2024 for the election of councillors including Blayney Shire Council.
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Spring Flower Show
14 Sep 2024
Blayney A&P Association are hosting their annual Spring Flower Show on Saturday 14 September at Blayney Showground from 12pm - 4:30pm. The event will feature daffodils, camellias and spring flowers. Plants are available for sale with afternoon tea available. $5 Entry for adults, kids free.
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Spring into Art at Newbridge
19 Oct 2024  - 20 Oct 2024
Spring into Art at Newbridge is a spring celebration of open gardens, live music, artisan markets, art exhibitions and the Back Creek Art Show, held in the Blayney Shire village of Newbridge.
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2024 Carcoar Show
26 Oct 2024
The Carcoar Show is described as the "Best Little Show in the Country". Make a day of it and see all the picture-perfect village of Carcoar has to offer.
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Millthorpe Garden Ramble
2 Nov 2024  - 3 Nov 2024
Head to the village of Millthorpe this springtime for a weekend of open gardens and more.
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Garage Sale Trail Blayney
Garage Sale Trail Weekend #1
9 Nov 2024  - 10 Nov 2024
Blayney Shire Council is bringing Australia’s biggest community and sustainability event, Garage Sale Trail, to the local area this November over 2 big weekends on the 9 - 10 & 16 - 17 November 2024.. This jam-packed weekends of garage sales is a great way to declutter, fundraise and meet your neighbours. In previous years, sellers made an average of $309 at their garage sale and met 46 new connections in their community. Households, schools, community groups and local businesses are invited to host a sale or shop the Trail, joining over 400,000 Australians in this nationwide movement that’s all about putting secondhand first. For shoppers, Garage Sale Trail is a great opportunity to pick up a bargain and find something unique, all whilst doing your bit for the environment. It’s guilt-free retail therapy!
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2024 Neville Show
9 Nov 2024
The Neville Show is generally held on the 2nd Saturday in November at the Neville Showground. Details are still TBC for the 2024 event.
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Garage Sale Trail Blayney
Garage Sale Trail Weekend #2
16 Nov 2024  - 17 Nov 2024
Blayney Shire Council is bringing Australia’s biggest community and sustainability event, Garage Sale Trail, to the local area this November over 2 big weekends on the 9 - 10 & 16 - 17 November 2024. This jam-packed weekends of garage sales is a great way to declutter, fundraise and meet your neighbours. In previous years, sellers made an average of $309 at their garage sale and met 46 new connections in their community. Households, schools, community groups and local businesses are invited to host a sale or shop the Trail, joining over 400,000 Australians in this nationwide movement that’s all about putting secondhand first. For shoppers, Garage Sale Trail is a great opportunity to pick up a bargain and find something unique, all whilst doing your bit for the environment. It’s guilt-free retail therapy!
Read More
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Millthorpe Markets - December
1 Dec 2024
Held twice a year in April and December, the Millthorpe Markets are acknowledged as one of the best in NSW with visitors enjoying great food, excellent stalls and a wonderful atmosphere. Undertaken as a fund raising event by the Millthorpe Public School P&C, the Christmas and Autumn markets are a great opportunity to combine shopping with a beautiful drive in the country and a visit to the delightful historic town of Millthorpe.
Read More
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Twilight Shopping Blayney
6 Dec 2024
Get ready for a festive night of shopping in Blayney. Blayney Twilight Shopping is an annual event held in Blayney in December. It is a night for shopping local, eating out., family fun and community spirit. More details on shops staying open, market stalls, food stalls and live music will be announced soon. Stay tuned for details.
Read More
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Millfest
1 Feb 2025
TBC - Placeholder event for 2025 pending event confirmation from organising committee. Millfest is a must-attend event for all locals and visitors alike! Get ready for a day filled with fun, food, and fantastic entertainment.
Read More

What's On?

Textures of One Generic 314 x 220.jpg
Textures of One 2024
24 Aug 2024  - 8 Sep 2024
Textures of One Art Prize returns in 2024 with a 10th anniversary celebration! To honour ten years and all of the volunteers, community groups and local artists that have participated over the past decade, the motif of “tin” has been selected to be included in creative new ways in this years entries.
Read More
Blayney NSW Australia
Elections 314x220
Local Government Elections
14 Sep 2024
There are 128 local government councils in NSW. Each council represents a local government area. 124 councils will be holding elections on Saturday, 14 September 2024 for the election of councillors including Blayney Shire Council.
Read More
Spring Flower Show 430 x 285
Spring Flower Show
14 Sep 2024
Blayney A&P Association are hosting their annual Spring Flower Show on Saturday 14 September at Blayney Showground from 12pm - 4:30pm. The event will feature daffodils, camellias and spring flowers. Plants are available for sale with afternoon tea available. $5 Entry for adults, kids free.
Read More
Sprung into Art Picture 314 x 220
Spring into Art at Newbridge
19 Oct 2024  - 20 Oct 2024
Spring into Art at Newbridge is a spring celebration of open gardens, live music, artisan markets, art exhibitions and the Back Creek Art Show, held in the Blayney Shire village of Newbridge.
Read More
carcoarShowTile-314x220
2024 Carcoar Show
26 Oct 2024
The Carcoar Show is described as the "Best Little Show in the Country". Make a day of it and see all the picture-perfect village of Carcoar has to offer.
Read More
Ramble 314x220
Millthorpe Garden Ramble
2 Nov 2024  - 3 Nov 2024
Head to the village of Millthorpe this springtime for a weekend of open gardens and more.
Read More
Garage Sale Trail Blayney
Garage Sale Trail Weekend #1
9 Nov 2024  - 10 Nov 2024
Blayney Shire Council is bringing Australia’s biggest community and sustainability event, Garage Sale Trail, to the local area this November over 2 big weekends on the 9 - 10 & 16 - 17 November 2024.. This jam-packed weekends of garage sales is a great way to declutter, fundraise and meet your neighbours. In previous years, sellers made an average of $309 at their garage sale and met 46 new connections in their community. Households, schools, community groups and local businesses are invited to host a sale or shop the Trail, joining over 400,000 Australians in this nationwide movement that’s all about putting secondhand first. For shoppers, Garage Sale Trail is a great opportunity to pick up a bargain and find something unique, all whilst doing your bit for the environment. It’s guilt-free retail therapy!
Read More
Neville Show 314 x 220
2024 Neville Show
9 Nov 2024
The Neville Show is generally held on the 2nd Saturday in November at the Neville Showground. Details are still TBC for the 2024 event.
Read More
Garage Sale Trail Blayney
Garage Sale Trail Weekend #2
16 Nov 2024  - 17 Nov 2024
Blayney Shire Council is bringing Australia’s biggest community and sustainability event, Garage Sale Trail, to the local area this November over 2 big weekends on the 9 - 10 & 16 - 17 November 2024. This jam-packed weekends of garage sales is a great way to declutter, fundraise and meet your neighbours. In previous years, sellers made an average of $309 at their garage sale and met 46 new connections in their community. Households, schools, community groups and local businesses are invited to host a sale or shop the Trail, joining over 400,000 Australians in this nationwide movement that’s all about putting secondhand first. For shoppers, Garage Sale Trail is a great opportunity to pick up a bargain and find something unique, all whilst doing your bit for the environment. It’s guilt-free retail therapy!
Read More
Updated Millthorpe Markets 314 x 220
Millthorpe Markets - December
1 Dec 2024
Held twice a year in April and December, the Millthorpe Markets are acknowledged as one of the best in NSW with visitors enjoying great food, excellent stalls and a wonderful atmosphere. Undertaken as a fund raising event by the Millthorpe Public School P&C, the Christmas and Autumn markets are a great opportunity to combine shopping with a beautiful drive in the country and a visit to the delightful historic town of Millthorpe.
Read More
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Twilight Shopping Blayney
6 Dec 2024
Get ready for a festive night of shopping in Blayney. Blayney Twilight Shopping is an annual event held in Blayney in December. It is a night for shopping local, eating out., family fun and community spirit. More details on shops staying open, market stalls, food stalls and live music will be announced soon. Stay tuned for details.
Read More
Millfest 314 x 220
Millfest
1 Feb 2025
TBC - Placeholder event for 2025 pending event confirmation from organising committee. Millfest is a must-attend event for all locals and visitors alike! Get ready for a day filled with fun, food, and fantastic entertainment.
Read More

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