A Message from the Mayor

It’s been a wet Autumn, with recent rains meaning a promising start to winter cropping for some, and summer crop damage, isolation and flooding for others. For Council, the downpour has resulted in further damage to our road network, adding to the maintenance backlog. We understand that our roads are one of the most critical services we provide to you and that a more pragmatic approach to road closures and reopening is required.

Council has recently been approved for $43M in flood works for prior floods with works set to commence in the coming months, managed by NSW Public Works. A new Natural Disaster Declaration has also been applied for in relation to this latest event which will hopefully unlock further funding.

Thank you to all who provided input into our 10-year Community Strategic Plan (CSP), whether in person or by completing the online survey. This document sets Council’s priorities and will underpin every action that the organisation undertakes over this term and hence we need your help to make sure we have it right. The Plan is on public display until 5pm Wednesday 28 May and we welcome your feedback so please take a look  and email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with your thoughts.

From your feedback, we know that supporting local businesses and fostering a vibrant, welcoming community is important to you and with that we are pleased to announce the second round of our Event Partnership Program with $20,000 in support available. The inaugural round resulted in the creation of a new sporting event for town, Run the Plains and we are looking forward to seeing what new ideas emerge from our community. Applications close Sunday 27 April 2025 at 11:59pm.

Autumn in the Moree Plains is just about my favourite time of year, full of optimism as crops are sown and fertiliser is spread, and full of occasions that bring our community together from the solemn Anzac Day to the celebratory Moree Show, Moree on a Plate, Reconciliation Week and raft of iconic race days. All great reminders of why we choose to call the Moree Plains home.

Do you have questions?
Contact us at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. PO Box 420, Moree NSW 2400 30 Heber St, Moree NSW (02) 6757 3222.

Cr Susannah Pearse
Mayor Moree Plains Shire Council