Shade Secured: Council Confirms Future of End Street Plane Trees Published on 21 November 2025 Deniliquin residents can celebrate a positive outcome for the much-discussed Plane Trees on End Street, following Council’s final decision at its November meeting. After extensive consultation and further independent investigation, Council has resolved to retain the two London Plane Trees that have been the focus of community concern near the End Street and Wellington Street intersection. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Council takes major step toward new childcare centre for Deniliquin Published on 20 November 2025 Edward River Council has agreed to explore a peppercorn lease arrangement with Riverina Region Early Education (RREE) for the development of a 110-place childcare facility at Perrin Park - a significant milestone in addressing the urgent childcare shortage in Deniliquin. Tagged as: , Media Releases
From Utes to Unity: Vicky Lowry Named 2026 Australia Day Ambassador Published on 14 November 2025 Edward River Council is thrilled to announce Vicky Lowry, General Manager of Deni Play on the Plains Festival - the organisation behind the iconic Deni Ute Muster - as the 2026 Australia Day Ambassador. Known for steering one of Australia’s most celebrated rural festivals to record-breaking success, Vicky brings her passion for community, connection and regional pride to this year’s celebrations. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Peppin Museum Redevelopment Hits Milestone with Council Green Light Published on 07 November 2025 Edward River Council has approved plans for the internal redevelopment of the Peppin Heritage Centre, marking a significant milestone in the enhancement of one of Deniliquin’s most valued cultural assets. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Six Projects Awarded Funding Through Local Heritage Grants Program Published on 31 October 2025 Deniliquin and surrounding communities are celebrating a renewed commitment to preserving local history, with six heritage projects awarded funding through the 2025–27 Local Heritage Grants Program. Tagged as: , Media Releases
TENDER OPENS FOR STAGE 1 CIVIL WORKS ON HARDINGE STREET Published on 31 October 2025 In a major milestone for the delivery of the Hardinge Street upgrade in Deniliquin, Edward River Council has released a tender for Stage 1 of civil works for the section of Hardinge Street between Harfleur and Wood Streets. Tagged as: , Media Releases
ERC & River Region Early Ed Join Forces to Tackle Childcare Shortages Published on 22 October 2025 Edward River Council has formally endorsed a working relationship with River Region Early Education (RREE) to address one of the region’s most pressing challenges - the critical shortage of childcare places. Tagged as: , Media Releases
The need for a new hospital; a patient’s perspective Published on 17 October 2025 Michael* has had more interaction with regional health services than he would prefer. As such, he has developed an understanding of how the health system operates at local and regional level and is well aware upgrades are needed in Deniliquin. Tagged as: , Media Releases
The Bald Archy Returns for 2025 – Satire, Cockatoos and Lots of Laughs Published on 17 October 2025 The irreverent and iconic Bald Archy Prize is back at the Peppin Heritage Centre Gallery from 25 October to 23 November, bringing with it a riotous celebration of satire, caricature and the larrikin spirit that has made it a national treasure. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Edward River Council Thanks Residents with Community Compost Giveaway Published on 14 October 2025 Edward River Council is once again giving back to the community with our annual Free Compost Giveaway. Thanks to the ongoing efforts of Deniliquin residents, our region has achieved impressively low contamination levels in kerbside green waste bins. As a thank you, Council is offering free compost to residents of Edward River Council area. Tagged as: , Media Releases