Birdsville Playgroup - changed opening hours TODAY ONLY

Council advises that Birdsville Playgroup will be changing opening hours for 1 day only on 25 August 2026. Opening hours will be from 2pm until 4:30pm instead of our usual morning session. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause to families and carers and thank you for your understanding.

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Bedourie Subdivision Opens the Door to New Housing and Growth

Published on 10 August 2026

Diamantina Shire Council has officially opened the new Bedourie Subdivision, delivering more than 30 residential blocks and marking the town’s first new residential subdivision in over 30 years. The blocks will be released to the market in the near future.

Council Calls for Fair Disaster Recovery Funding

Published on 06 July 2026

Diamantina Shire Council is calling for fair and sustainable disaster recovery funding arrangements, raising concerns about proposed changes that could place increased pressure on remote Councils and communities.

Community Budget Display – 2026–2027 Annual Budget

Published on 28 May 2026

Diamantina Shire Council invites residents to attend the 2026–2027 Community Budget Display in Bedourie and Birdsville. Community members can drop in to view proposed projects, Council priorities, the Draft Budget and Operational Plan, and learn more about initiatives planned across the Shire for the year ahead.

AI in the Outback Workshops Coming to Birdsville & Bedourie Libraries

Published on 27 May 2026

Residents across the Diamantina Shire are invited to explore the world of artificial intelligence through a series of free and practical community workshops coming to the Birdsville and Bedourie Libraries this June.

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Public Notices

Temporary Closure of Birdsville Playgroup

Published on 25 August 2026

Council advises that Birdsville Playgroup will be closed from Monday 31 August and will reopen on Monday 14 September 2026.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause to families and carers. During this closure, families who are in the area are warmly invited to attend Bedourie Playgroup.

Temporary Closure of Diamantina Stock Route

Published on 29 July 2026

Council advises that the Diamantina Stock Route will be closed between the 27th of September and the 3rd of October, 2026.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

Community Consultation – Proposed Accessible Changing Places Facility

Published on 28 July 2026

Council is seeking community input to support an Expression of Interest under the Accessible Australia in Queensland program for a portable Changing Places facility. We welcome feedback from people with disability, families, carers, service providers and community members who have experienced barriers accessing suitable bathroom and change facilities in Diamantina.

Bedourie Visitor Information Centre Closure Notice

Published on 03 July 2026

The Bedourie Visitor Information Centre will be closed from Friday, 3 July to Sunday, 5 July 2026. Reopening Monday, 6 July 2026.

We apologise for any inconvenience. Thank you for your understanding.

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