Birdsville Playgroup - Temporary Closure

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. During this closure, families who are in the area are warmly invited to attend Bedourie Playgroup.

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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

Invitation for Tenders

Published on 11 September 2026

Diamantina Shire Council is inviting tenders for culvert supply, bitumen services, pre-coated cover aggregate and concrete works as part of a project that Council are undertaking at Allan's Yard along the Eyre Developmental Road (Bedourie – Birdsville Road). View the current opportunities, closing dates and tender documents.

Invitation to Tender - Allan's Yard Concrete Works

Published on 08 September 2026

Diamantina Shire Council invites Tenders for concrete works to be undertaken as part of a project that Council are undertaking on the Eyre Developmental Road (Bedourie – Birdsville Road). Tenders must be submitted via VendorPanel by AEST 2pm, 28 September 2026.

Wet Area Birdsville Race Week 2026

Published on 26 August 2026

Diamantina Shire Council has designated certain places in Birdsville to be 'Wet Areas' where liquor may be consumed during the Birdsville Races period.

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.

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