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Australia’s Favourite Satirical Portrait Prize Comes to Broken Hill

Published on 09 July 2025

“It’s something entirely different, bold, and irreverent. The exhibition offers our audiences a rare opportunity to encounter contemporary portraiture through humour, satire, and playfulness, all while reflecting on the cultural and political figures that shape our times.”

Grab a plant and chat with volunteers

Published on 03 July 2025

"If you have a little spare time on your hands be sure to come along and have a chat, because you can often make a huge difference to people's lives by volunteering just a fraction of your time or skills.

Furniture funding for library

Published on 02 July 2025

"This funding will provide a huge boost and ensure we can fit out the library with some excellent furniture for users.

Huge day for netball

Published on 30 June 2025

"This is an important sporting upgrade for our city. Netball encourages an active and social lifestyle, and provides a platform to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and foster teamwork amongst participants,"

King's Birthday Public Holiday 2025: Hours of operation

Published on 04 June 2025

Council's hours of operation over the 2025 King's Birthday Public Holiday.

Gathering to mark Reconciliation Week

Published on 23 May 2025

Locals are invited to join in a March from Town Square to Sturt Park on May 28 to celebrate National Reconciliation Week.

Hours of operation: Council Staff Training and Development Day

Published on 21 May 2025

Some of Council’s facilities and services will be closed on Tuesday, 27 May 2025 for Staff Training and Development.

Art, conversation, and celebration

Published on 30 April 2025

Three new exhibitions on Friday evening.

Nominations Open for 2025 Civic Ball Debutantes

Published on 16 April 2025

As one of Australia’s most enduring debutante traditions, the Civic Ball continues to be a highlight on the local social calendar, offering an unforgettable evening of elegance and celebration.

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Upcoming events

Beyond The Dust Festival

06 September 2025

Get ready for Beyond the Dust in Broken Hill!

Experience multicultural food, live entertainment, street murals, market stalls and late-night retail trading.

Discover the CBD like never before!

Mission Australia 2025 Youth Survey

12 July 2025

The annual Youth Survey is an opportunity for the young people of Broken Hill to have their voices heard

From Away: Em Jensen

12 July 2025

A photographic series capturing the stories of Broken Hill’s newcomers, celebrating the energy, diversity, and fresh perspectives migration brings to the community.

Survival Kits for Literary Heroines: Catherine Farry

12 July 2025

A playful and poignant exhibition imagining what essential tools might help beloved literary characters survive the trials they face, through vibrant drawing and mixed media works.

The Bald Archy Prize 2025

12 July 2025

Australia’s most irreverent portrait prize, judged by a cockatoo. The Bald Archy celebrates satire, Aussie larrikinism, and portraits that make you laugh, think, and talk.

Baby Bounce Monday and Tuesday

14 July 2025

It’s never too early to start reading to your baby. Baby Bounce will reacquaint parents with nursery rhymes and early childhood songs as well as showcase great books for babies. Interact with your child to nurture pre-literacy, language and social skills.