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The Animal Shelter is closed until 29 January due to a kennel cough outbreak. Cat inquiries remain open.

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IPC Rejects Moss Vale Plastics Recycling Facility

Victory for our Community - The NSW Independent Planning Commission has refused the Moss Vale Plastics Recycling Facility (Plasrefine) proposal.

Council Seeks Community Feedback on 2024 Christmas Program

Wingecarribee Shire Council is inviting residents to share feedback on the 2024 Christmas program to help shape future festive celebrations.

Damien Leith Announced as Wingecarribee’s Australia Day Ambassador

Wingecarribee Shire Council is delighted to announce Damien Leith as the Australia Day Ambassador for 2025.

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