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Wentworth Shire Council

Perry Sandhills. Credit: Destination NSW

Welcome to Wentworth Shire, where history and natural beauty intertwine to create an unparalleled living experience. Positioned at the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, Wentworth offers a diverse array of opportunities for residents to immerse themselves in the region's rich heritage and stunning landscapes. From the iconic Old Wentworth Gaol to the tranquil Perry Sandhills, there's always something to explore and discover.

With a strong sense of community and a vibrant cultural scene, Wentworth provides residents with a unique lifestyle enriched by indigenous culture, local artistry, and a thriving wine industry. Whether you're drawn to outdoor adventures on the rivers, leisurely strolls through the Australian Inland Botanical Gardens, or the serenity of Mungo National Park, Wentworth offers a lifestyle tailored to every taste.

Embrace the beauty and spirit of Wentworth as more than just a destination, but as a place to call home.

Towns & Villages:

Wentworth, Buronga, Dareton, Gol Gol, Pooncarie.

PS Ruby Wentworth. Credit: Destination NSW
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Wentworth Shire Council

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Regional Development Australia - Murray
03 50275027

Wentworth Shire Council

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Liveability

Weather

32.3
°C

Average Summer Max

16.6
°C

Average Winter Max

16.5
°C

Average Summer Min

4.9
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

7,555

Population

43

Median Age

Housing

$390k

Median House Price

Sales Quarter - DEC 22

$285

Median Rent Price

Rent Quarter - MAR 23

Distance to Cities

sydney

1,038km

Distance

11h 11m

Drive Time

Canberra

869km

Distance

9h 45m

Drive Time

Melbourne

571km

Distance

6h 20m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

Taxi & Bus

Coach and Bus services link the area to Mildura, Melbourne, Sydney via Cootamundar or Albury, Broken Hill and Adelaide.

Bus - Wentworth to Mildura

Taxi from Mildura

Coach stops on route from Cootamundra to Mildura

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Industries & Opportunities

Main Industries

  • Agriculture, Forestry Fishing  including horticulture
  • Mining
  • Accommodation and Food Services
  • Healthcare and social services
  • Education and Training

Main Industries

Primary Employers

Setting Up Your Own Business

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Jobs in This Region

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Head Sommelier, Restaurants & Bars
Company Description Embark on a journey of luxury and excellence with Sydney’s iconic first international 5-star hotel! The hotel is partnering with House Made Hospitality  (the Team behind Lana, Grana, Promenade & Martinez) - a Sydney-based and globally inspired hospitality group. Through this partnership we are setting new standards in the Australian hospitality scene and we are seeking a talented Head Sommelier to help craft a unique experience where luxury reaches new heights. Apply now and be part of the “Rebirth of a Sydney Icon”  with us! Sofitel Sydney Wentworth offers an unforgettable luxury escape, where guests discover the perfect blend of the French Zest  and Sofitel luxury. We are currently undergoing a complete transformation and enhancing all the hotel facilities to continue delivering outstanding luxury service to our guests. Scheduled to complete the changes in Spring 2024, the hotel will provide an all-encompassing experience of entertainment, leisure, dining, conferencing and unparalleled hospitality. Job Description As Head Sommelier, you are responsible for all things wine. Supporting wine and beverage list development and maintenance. You must prioritise wine sales and revenue, while maintaining high standards of wine service throughout the venue. You should be constantly improving your own knowledge of wine and mentoring and training all those around you. Development of a wine / beverage culture and being able to train on all things wine is a must. Recruitment of a like-minded wine team also comes under your responsibility. LinkedIn and responding to Recruitment drives are part of your role. The venue needs to be known for wine and social media posts and wine events should be a regular occurrence. Reporting to the Head of Beverage, you will work alongside the other Level’s Head Sommelier to drive the wine program. As our Head Sommelier, you will be responsible for: Developing, launching and constantly curating a leading wine program that is aligned to the venue concepts.  Hosting guests during service and elevating their experience.  Showing exceptional guest relationship skills and instilling these throughout the wine and bar teams.  Developing; communicating; implementing and monitoring venue SOPs, SOS, and professional standards.  Coordinating and managing the dynamic of the wine team; including recruitment, onboarding and team development in line with Sofitel and House Made Hospitality values.  Being an industry leader for product knowledge and bar and beverage thought leadership.  Implementing strategies to achieve beverage revenue targets. Acting as an impeccable ambassador for the Sofitel bar and beverage program.  Qualifications At least 5-7 years experience as a Sommelier in a restaurant environment. At least 5-7 years experience in a CBD/corporate environment. Excellent ability to manage a team. Experience in writing and delivering training and development. Expert understanding of wine, spirits and cocktails. Ability to understand and manage COGS. Deep understanding of supplier contracts. Intricate knowledge of BOH and FOH venue operations. Full Australian Work Rights. Additional Information Joining our team will unlock  generous local, national & international industry benefits  on accommodation, dining, travel, wellbeing & more from Day 1 . You will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment and be a part of the Hotel's future success. We offer discounted city parking , complimentary dry cleaning , progressive leave policies  (including 10 weeks parental leave) and unlimited development opportunities  as you learn from industry experts  with international leader in Hospitality - Accor. We genuinely care about your success and want to help you grow on your journey with us. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, a new challenge in 2024, we look forward to finding out more about you and invite you to apply!
Tue, 16 Jul
Wentworth, 2648, NSW
Retail Manager
We are looking for a new member to join the Wentworth Pharmacy team as a retail manager. Previous experience as a 2IC or store manager preferred Great customer service skills Full-time position Monday to Friday 9am-4pm Competitive hourly rates Attractive in store discounts Responsibilities: Co-ordinate and oversee day to day store operations. Provide support and assistance to team members within the pharmacy. Monitor compliance of Pharmacy Policies and Procedures Ensure store is well presented, all stock merchandised, clean and tidy. General administration duties: monthly accounts, email correspondence etc Summary of role requirements: Looking for candidates available to work:Monday: Morning, Afternoon Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon Thursday: Morning, Afternoon Friday: Morning, Afternoon 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role Working rights required for this role Expected start date for role: 01 July 2024
Mon, 17 Jun
Wentworth, 2648, NSW
Marketing Manager, Restaurant & Bars
Company Description Embark on a journey of luxury and excellence with Sydney's iconic first international 5-star hotel! Sofitel Sydney Wentworth offers an unforgettable luxury escape, where guests discover the perfect blend of the French Zest and Sofitel luxury. We are currently undergoing a complete transformation and enhancing all the hotel facilities to continue delivering outstanding luxury service to our guests. Scheduled to complete the changes in Spring 2024, the hotel will provide an all-encompassing experience of entertainment, leisure, dining, conferencing and unparalleled hospitality. The hotel is partnering with House Made Hospitality, Sydney-based and globally inspired hospitality group. Through this partnership we are setting new standards in the Australian hospitality scene and we are seeking a talented Marketer to help craft a unique experience where luxury reaches new heights. Apply now and be part of the “ Rebirth of a Sydney Icon” with us! Job Description We are growing our marketing team with the introduction of a Marketing Manager role to plan, deliver and manage our marketing communications across multiple channels. Success will look like increased brand awareness, increasing new guest acquisition, frequency of visit and overall group revenue. As our Marketing Manager you will be responsible for: Being involved in the marketing strategy planning and delivery Managing our brand and brand guidelines correctly Understanding the market opportunity using resources available such Meta, Banking Data, Sales/Product data and our CRM Coordinating and promoting special events, partnerships, and collaborations to enhance the venue's visibility in the community. Mapping out our campaigns creating a channel plan with messaging and storyboards to ensure efficient production shoots and a cohesive impactful campaign. Qualifications 5+ years experience in a hospitality marketing role Confidence in traditional and digital marketing Creative eye Analytical with data and budgets Use of Google suite preferred Use of SKED and Planoly social, Monday project management, Mr YUM CRM and Canva design Indesign skills preferred Stakeholder management Creative brief writing Copywriting for emails, social captions, and some ads Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta and other media ad management Good verbal and written communication skills Additional Information Joining our team will unlock generous local, national & international industry benefits on accommodation, dining, travel, wellbeing & more from Day 1. You will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative work environment and be a part of the Hotel's future success. We offer discounted city parking, complimentary dry cleaning, progressive leave policies (including 10 weeks parental leave) and unlimited development opportunities as you learn from industry experts with international leader in Hospitality - Accor. We genuinely care about your success and want to help you grow on your journey with us. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, a new challenge in 2024, we look forward to finding out more about you and invite you to apply! Accor
Sat, 15 Jun
Wentworth, 2648, NSW
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History

Aboriginal Culture can be traced back at least 45,000 years and within the Outback NSW many Aboriginal  ‘groups’ can be identified. Within this region, most of these groups lived along the many water courses that make up the Darling Basin and today they live in the towns of the area; no less connected to the area and its geological features as their forbears.

The loargest indigenous group was Barkindji, whose region stretches from Wentworth all the way along the Darling and up to Wilcannia and Tilpa, although their concentration was traditionally greater in the southern regions of the river. The indigenous name for the river which we now know as the Darling is ‘Barka’ and the Barkindji literally means the people of the Barka (the river).

In the late 1880’s, Wentworth was bustling with river trade as Australia’s busiest inland port. Tourism is strong with attractions including the Mungo National Park and the Willandra Lakes World Heritage Area.

The Old Wharf Wentworth. Credit: Destination NSW
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Murray Darling Junction Wentworth. Credit: Destination NSW
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Recreation & Arts

Wentworth and Surrounds is brimming with heritage and culutre, attractions and family fun, parks and nature, recreation and sports with enticing Bakeries, Cafe and Resturants, Pubs, Hotels and Clubs Wineries and Cellar Doors. There are plenty of excellent ways to explore Wentworth and Surrounds. Whether it's a walking trail, cycling trail, or you prefer to do a regional drive tour,

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