Roads & Works
Strategic Plans & Policies
A number of strategic plans have been developed to assist in managing Council's infrastructure across the region. Council reviews these plans on an annual basis to ensure they remain up to date and incorporate input from our community. Policies are used to provide a framework of activities and standards for this infrastructure.
Current Works Program
Council's program of works and recent achievements is presented online to provide current information on potential disruptions to traffic and to keep the community informed about delivery of the Council Management Plan.
Roads
Council maintains a road network of approximately 2,445km, including 163km under contract to the RTA (the Castlereagh Highway and Sofala Rd). An annual Road Network Strategic Plan sets priorities for works and can be found here.
Waste
Council operates kerbside domestic waste & recycling collection services within the towns of Mudgee, Gulgong, Kandos and Rylstone and the villages of Charbon and Clandulla. A licensed Waste Management Facility exists at Mudgee and 14 Waste Transfer Stations service the other towns, villages and rural areas.
Water
Three separate water supply schemes are operated at Mudgee, Gulgong and Rylstone. Water for Mudgee and Gulgong is sourced from the Cudgegong River downstream of the Windermere Dam, with the Rylstone System drawing water from a 3.2ML dam upstream of Rylstone. On average 2.8 giga litres of water is treated and supplied annually via more than 266km of mains.
Wastewater
Four Sewer Treatment Plants are operated by Council in Gulgong, Kandos, Mudgee and Rylstone treating effluent from approximately 13,100 residents. The system comprises more than 170 km of pipes taking sewage from residents and businesses to one of the 12 pumping stations that pump through 10km of rising mains to one of the 4 treatment plants.
Emergencies
Council works with all Emergency Services to deal with emergency situations across the region.
Drains & Waterways
The urban drainage network is managed by Council and carries storm water to creeks and rivers adjacent to the region's townships. The waterways in Mudgee are managed by a flood study undertaken in 2002 and reviewed in 2008. Flood studies are currently being developed for Rylstone.
Roads and Works FAQ's
- When will my road be graded?
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Council grades roads in accordance with the road network strategic plan based on their classification in the road hierarchy. The frequency (subject to weather conditions) is as follows:
Classification Frequency (months) Sub-Arterial 4 Collector 6 Main Local & Bus Routes 12 Minor Local 24 *Note that roads will be brought up to standard and may not receive a full rip and reshape grade across their entire length.
Refer to page 7 of the strategic plan here
for details on when and how often your road will be graded. - How do I close a Crown road?
- You need to contact the NSW Department of Lands. Please click here to access their website, which will open in a new window.
- Who do I contact to remove a bee hive?
- Council does not have a qualified apiarist (bee keeper). Local apiarists that may be able to assist you are Kevin Harding ph.6372 3871 and Kevin Bassingwaite ph.6372 3078.
- Who do I report exposed Telstra cables too?
- Please report faults, such as exposed cables, to Telstra - phone 132255.
- Who is responsible for maintenance of my property access?
- The access to anyone's property, from the edge of the made road to the property boundary, is the responsiblity of the property owner. Please refer to Council Policy Access to Properties.
- How are requests for road maintenance prioritised?
- Roads are prioritised based on many factors including safety concerns, loose material, corrugations, density of potholes, roughness and the timing of future programmed works.
- Can I install a stock grid or gate on a public road?
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You need to complete the form 'Application for Installation of Grid/Gate on Public Road' contained within Council's Grids and Gates Policy. Your application will be assessed and approval may be granted for a permit to erect a stock grid/gate subject to concurrence with the Policy conditions.
It should be noted that gates shall not be permitted on roads with traffic volume greater than 20 vehicles per day unless they are located adjacent to a grid.
- Can I construct my own driveway layback?
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Yes you can, however the layback must comply with Council requirements. You can also arrange for a private contractor to do the work or you can request a quote from Mid-Western Operations who may be able to carry out the work depending on resource availability.
If the work is undertaken by the property owner or a contractor, the job must be inspected by Council prior to laying the concrete.
All costs associated with the work are the responsibility of the owner.
For more information, including Council requirements and detailed drawings, please refer to Council Policy - Access to Properties
(577kb). - Who is responsible for cleaning Council's footpaths?
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Council is the responsible authority for cleaning footpaths. Council does encourage shop front owners to assist Council in maintaining these areas in a similar fashion to how residential owners assist Council to maintain residential footpaths/naturestrips.
If you are aware of a footpath that needs immediate attention eg for safety reasons or offensive waste, please log a works request either on-line or by contacting Council's Customer Service on 1300 765 002 or (02) 6378 2850.
- How do I report a fallen tree on the road?
- Please contact Council's Customer Service Centre on 1300 765 002 or (02) 6378 2850 and provide details such as the location of the tree, approximate size, how many road lanes (if any) are blocked, and any other information that will help staff assess what is required to remove the tree as soon as possible.
- When will Council seal my road?
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Council has a current adopted 10 year seal extension program that identifies roads for sealing. The intention is that all Collector and Sub-Arterial Roads will be sealed within this timeframe although the sealing of Wollar Road is subject to success in obtaining grant funding. Requests for seal extension should be made in writing and addressed to the General Manager, Mid-Western Regional Council, PO Box 156 Mudgee NSW 2850. For further information regarding Council's Capital Upgrade programs, please click here.
If you are concerned about dust adjacent to your property, Council provides the ability for the sealing of isolated sections of road in accordance with its Bitumen Sealing of Gravel Roads Policy here
- How can I get my road listed on Council's maintained roads list?
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You need to put your request in writing, addressed to the General Manager, Mid-Western Regional Council. However, roads will only be added to the maintained list after consideration by Council and taking into account the cost to bring the road up to a minimum standard (as defined in the Road Classifications and Standard Policy) and the impact on the total roads program.
Roads, or sections thereof that service less than 5 residences will not be considered for addition to the maintained road list, noting that historically, there are roads within the shire that do not meet this requirement.
Please refer to Council Policy 'Unmaintained and Unformed Roads' for further information.
- Does Council maintain Crown roads?
- Crown roads are under the control of Department of Lands (Crown Lands). Council has many roads within the Region that require maintenance and is not prepared to maintain those roads that are not under Council jurisdiction.
- How do I object to my parking fine?
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You can request a review of your fine up to the due date on the penalty reminder notice by writing to SDRO.
You need to provide documentary evidence to support your case.
Send your request for review to
State Debt Recovery Office PO Box 4444 Parramatta 2124.