Welcome to the Bourke
Bourke Shire is situated in Western New South Wales at the crossroads of the Mitchell Highway, Kamilaroi Highway and the Kidman Way. With an area of 43,000 square kilometres, the shire is home to many small villages and is considered a gateway into south west Queensland and the far west of New South Wales. It is home to approximately 3,000 people. The Shire’s prosperity is built around the pastoral, irrigation, tourism and service industries which are strongly supported by a wide range of attractions and activities.
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Growing Bourke and Community
Increasing the experience of community, business and visitors to the Bourke Local Government Area
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Media Release – 4/11/19
Council allocates $250,000 to engage consultants to develop shovel ready projects to enhance the long term water security for towns and villages within its area along the Darling River
Media Release – 4/11/19
Level one (1) water restrictions in place for the town of Bourke and North Bourke
Media Release – 25/10/19
Prestigious A.R. Bluett Award for 2019 won by Bourke Shire Council