Wentworth Shire Council have changed the hours of operation for the waste facility operations across the Shire.
In response to concerns regarding the increased risk of fires and staff fatigue during extreme heat, facilities will open and close two hours earlier on days when temperatures exceed 40°C.
Buronga Landfill:
Days under 40 degrees
Weekdays: 8:00am to 4:45pm
Weekends: 9:00am to 4:45pm
Days over 40 degrees
Weekdays: 6:00am to 2:45pm
Weekends: 7:00am to 2:45pm
Dareton Transfer Station:
Days under 40 degrees
Thursday and Saturday: 9:00am to 1:00pm
Days over 40 degrees
Thursday and Saturday: 7:00am to 11:00am
Pomona Tip:
Days under 40 degrees
Friday: 9:00am to 12:00noon
Days over 40 degrees
Friday: 7:00am to 10:00am
Wentworth Transfer Station:
Days under 40 degrees
Wednesday: 9:00am to 1:00pm
Friday: 12:00noon to 4:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am to 2:00pm
Days over 40 degrees
Wednesday: 7:00am to 11:00am
Friday: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Sunday: 7:00am to 12:00noon
The trial period for the amended operating hours came into effect from Saturday, 1 February, and will run until Sunday 16 March 2025.
For more information on waste facilities, please visit: www.wentworth.nsw.gov.au/health-environment/waste-management/waste-facilities
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