TENNIS COURT ENTRY
You can now use the newly refurbished Nyngan Tennis Courts whenever you choose. There is a security entrance mechanism on the gate which users can open using a pin code once they have booked. Bookings are made via Playtennis.com. Users can go to the web page, or click on the QR code on the sign at the tennis courts. Once booking is confirmed, you will be provided with a code to unlock the gate. If the booking is for evening, an additional code for lighting will be provided.
The lighting code can then be entered into the lighting box mounted on the side wall of the clubhouse. There is currently no fee to use the courts.
If community members would like to utilise the clubhouse building, they should contact Council administration on 68359000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and go through the usual process of booking a Council facility.
BOGAN SHIRE LIBRARY
The library is closed until this Friday, May 9 for refurbishment. The Bogan Shire Library will use funding from the NSW Public Library Infrastructure Grant to install a new circulation desk, children’s furniture, computer tables and seating.
Story Time: Every Monday and Tuesday at 10.30am Baby Time: Every Friday at 11.00am
Further details can be found on the Bogan Shire Library Facebook page.
WASTE 2 ART 2025
Community members are encouraged to take part in the 2025 Waste 2 Art competition by creating two or three dimensional artworks from recycled materials (for example carboard, plastic, scrap metal, fabric) to win some great prizes and promote recycling.
WASTE 2 ART is a long running competition which showcases these works firstly at a local level and then at a regional level. 2025 is “The Year of Toys” which might provide some inspiration to our local creatives. Entries will be displayed and judged at the Nyngan Show 25-26 May, 2025. Winners will proceed to the Regional Showcase, September 2025 in Dubbo.
Entry forms can be collected from Council office.
BOGAN SHIRE YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE
The term two drop-in sessions have commenced. For the full program of activities, please follow the Bogan Shire Council Facebook page or the Instagram page
‘BSC_YOUTHANDCOMMUNITYCENTRE’ Bogan Bush Fellas: Every Thursday from 10.30am
COMPANION ANIMALS – CONTROL OF DOGS
Residents are reminded that dogs must be under the effective control of a competent person at all times when in public, and owner’s yards should be secure to ensure animals do not escape.
Dog owners are reminded of their responsibility to have their pets microchipped and registered, or risk fines (starting at $330). Fines are enforceable and if stray animals are impounded, further fees will apply. Further information of your obligations can be found
at https://www.olg.nsw.gov.au/public/dogs-cats/ or by contacting Council during business hours on 6835 9000. Council can only act on complaints if they are made in the appropriate manner - by telephone: 6835 9000; email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.; or in person at 81 Cobar Street, Nyngan. Bogan Shire Council also has a ranger on call at all times on 0428 607407 and if a situation is urgent and people are in immediate danger, please call 000. For information on responsible pet ownership, including reporting incidents go to: https://www.olg.nsw.gov.au/public/dogs- cats/responsible-pet-ownership/
RECYCLING – BE MINDFUL OF CONTAMINATION
Bogan Shire Council has been notified of an increasing amount of contamination found in the Nyngan recycling.
If you are unsure of what items can and can’t be recycled call into Bogan Shire Council and pick up one of our fridge magnets or stickers.
Please don’t put grass clippings, syringes, dirty nappies, unwashed food containers and dead animals into your yellow bin. Residents are also reminded not to put their recycling into plastic bin bags.
NEXT COUNCIL MEETING
The next ordinary meeting of Council will be held on Thursday 22 May at 7pm. Members of the public are welcome to sit in the visitor gallery at Council meetings (with the exception of during confidential time). Council business papers, minutes and a recording of meetings are available on the website www.bogan.nsw.gov.au or as hard copy at the Nyngan Library.