Bega Valley Shire Council · 22 April 2026
Council decided to seek the required land interest within Lot 1 DP 601304, Bega for water supply bore infrastructure associated with the Bega Bore Field, preferring negotiated agreement first and allowing compulsory acquisition later if agreement cannot be reached in a reasonable timeframe.
This is a significant step for future water supply infrastructure in Bega, while keeping negotiation with the landowner as the preferred path.
Bega Valley Shire Council · 22 April 2026
Council rejected a proposal to offset the Band’s water and sewer access charges through annual financial assistance, and instead resolved to keep the existing charging framework, encourage fee-for-service income, and prepare a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bega District Band.
This confirms Council’s current policy for non-rateable community organisations and means no additional charge waiver was approved for the Band building.
Bega Valley Shire Council · 25 February 2026
Council accepted a tender from A W Dummett Pty Ltd for DRFA grading works at various sites around Bega Valley Shire for $253,993 including GST, with the CEO delegated to execute documents and approve variations within budget.
Supports restoration of road and related infrastructure at multiple locations across the shire after disaster impacts.
Bega Valley Shire Council · 25 February 2026
Council adopted Local Traffic Forum recommendations approving traffic arrangements and temporary road closures for ANZAC Day events in Bega, Bemboka and Tathra on 25 April 2026, and endorsed use of the Chandos Street bus stop in Eden for cruise ship operations.
Residents should expect temporary road closures, event traffic management and transport changes on ANZAC Day and during cruise operations in Eden.
Bega Valley Shire Council · 25 February 2026
Council resolved to proceed with the sale of Lot 3 DP240604, 17-19 Bunyarra Drive, Bega, indicatively in February 2027 to recover outstanding rates and charges.
Confirms planned sale action on a rate-debt property in Bega.
Bega Valley Shire Council · 25 February 2026
Council noted progress made in implementing the Bega Valley Shire Affordable Housing Strategy from 1 July to 31 December 2025.
Signals continued council work on local housing affordability, though no new measures were adopted at this meeting.
Bega Valley Shire Council · 28 January 2026
Council delegated authority to the Chief Executive Officer to enter into a new memorandum of understanding with the Bega Littleton Citizens Exchange group to support the exchange program.
Maintains support for the local exchange program linked to Bega.