Council will close a number of its venues and limit indoor activities as it moves to comply with state and federal health orders restricting non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people.

Mudgee Library will be closed to the public until further notice with all planned library events and activities cancelled. Mudgee Library staff will be available online at libraries@midwestern.nsw.gov.au or via telephone on 6378 2740 to discuss options for home delivery of books or to arrange pick up. Council's Mobile Library Service will continue with the exception of attending nursing homes, which is now restricted under new health guidelines. Kandos, Rylstone and Gulgong libraries remain open.

Council is closing venues for hire, including community halls and sporting grounds, and will not be accepting any bookings for events occurring before Monday, 4 May. Existing bookings will be contacted by Council staff to reschedule or receive a refund.

All public parks, playgrounds and pools remain open at this stage, however with the evolving health guidelines in relation to COVID-19 this may change.

April movie screenings at Mudgee Town Hall Cinema have been cancelled in line with the non-essential indoor gathering orders.

Council's Seniors Week activities have been cancelled as well as Healthy Communities activities and Youth Week activities at Mudgee Library.

Council's Customer Service Centres remain open and are also available online at council@midwestern.nsw.gov.au and via telephone on 6378 2850. If it is not essential that you attend Council, we ask that you please contact us via phone or email. For your protection hand sanitiser is available at all front counters and regular cleaning is undertaken in high traffic areas.

For all health advice in relation to COVID-19 please visit NSW Health or contact 1800 020 080.

Wednesday, March 25

A live stream of the Council meeting will be available after Open Day March 18, which commences at 5.30pm, from Council's website - http://webcast.midwestern.nsw.gov.au/. These measures will be reviewed before the next Council meeting, currently scheduled for 15 April 2020.

Friday, March 27

Join the team at Mudgee Art House for a Ladies Art and Wine Evening Don't miss their monthly art evenings where you and your friends can splash into the creative side of life and enjoy a casual. Mudgee Art House from 7pm.

Friday, April 3

The 50th (Golden) Birthday/Anniversary of VIEW in Mudgee and also the 60th (Diamond Jubilee) Birthday of VIEW nationally. Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), and the Government and VIEW National Office advice, the below meeting has been postponed until later in the year.

ALL Mudgee Day VIEW Club luncheons and functions have been cancelled until after the 30th June and then the situation will be reassessed. For more information call Helen - 0427 220 776.

Saturday, April 4

Meat in Mudgee BBQ Festival. Enjoy a day filled with everything BBQ including competitions, food, beer, wine, markets, music & more, a great day for the whole family! About this Event There will be an ABA sanctioned BBQ competition, so come as a spectator or a competitor. For competition details please email meatinmudgee@gmail.com. The day will include entertainment from local musicians, food and market stalls, entertainment for the kids, and BBQ demonstrations from some of Australias top Pitmasters. Tickets are $10 (kids 12 and under free) with10 per cent of ticket sales will be donated to Rural Aid, so be sure to come enjoy a great day and help a great cause!

Monday, April 6

Mid-Western Library. GreenFILE is a free research database covering the environmental effects of individuals, corporations and governments and what can be done at each level to minimise negative impacts. Topics covered include global climate change, green building, pollution, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, recycling and more. Access from the Library's website: midwestern.spydus.com

Sunday, April 12

Bunnamagoo Easter Sunday Sessions. Join Bunnamagoo this Easter long weekend for another Sunday Session on the beautiful lawns. Kick back in the sun for Bunnamagoo's family friendly, easy listening, musical afternoon, featuring music from Matt Arthur and Patt O'Donnell. Bring friends, kids, picnic rugs and enjoy gourmet grazing platters + delicious wine. No BYO. Superior Oysters will also be joining the fun with fresh shucked oysters and prawns this Easter Long Weekend!

Sunday, April 26

Mudgee Wings, Wheels plus Wine. Returning in 2020 bigger and better than ever before! Bring the whole family along as the Mudgee Aero Club hosts a great day full of kids entertainment, market stalls with food plus wine tasting, a car show and an action packed program of aerial displays! Mudgee Airport, George Campbell Drive.

Saturday, May 2

Club Mudgee Fishing Club Day Out and AGM Breakfast and lunch supplied BYO Drinks and AlcoholAGM will be held - new members are welcome.$5.00 annual Membership - must be a member of Club Mudgee. For more info call Peter 0458 293 898 or Kathy 0407 204 135 for more info. RSVP 29th April for catering purposes. For more info on becoming a member of Club Mudgee - www.clubmudgee.com,au

Saturday, May 30

The Country Superstars Tribute Show. Featuring the songs of Johnny Cash - Dolly Parton -Willie Nelson - Alan Jackson - Shania Twain - Glen Campbell - Linda Ronstadt and many more.