Community Conversations

About Community Conversations

At Waratah-Wynyard Council, communication and engagement are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that by fostering open discussions on local issues, we can enhance service delivery, empower our community, and create meaningful connections.

Community Conversations provide a casual, drop-in format – no formal presentations, just an opportunity to have a chat with Councillors and Council staff about what matters to you.

This Year's Conversations (2026)

PAST

Yolla
📅 9 Feb 2026
⏰ 6PM – 7PM
📍 Yolla Tavern

Boat Harbour
📅 11 March 2026
⏰ 5:30PM – 7PM
📍 Seekers Cafe

NEXT

Waratah
📅 15 April 2026
⏰ 5:30PM – 7PM
📍 Athenaeum Hall

Sisters Beach
📅 1 June 2026
⏰ 5:30PM – 7PM
📍 TBA

Somerset
📅 6 July 2026
⏰ 5:30PM – 7PM
📍 TBA

Wynyard
📅 3 August 2026
⏰ 5:30PM – 7PM
📍 TBA

FAQ

No, this is an informal opportunity to have a one on one conversation with our Executive Staff and Councillors.
he aim is to help strengthen connections between Council and the community, and to create a friendly environment where we can engage and work together.
No decisions will be made at this event. However, it’s a great opportunity to meet and connect with Council representatives.
No, this is a relaxed opportunity to speak directly with Executive Staff and Councillors about topics that matter to you.
We understand that parents and carers may need to bring their children along, while they are welcome there is no specific catering or activities for children.

Yes, you’re welcome to raise issues. As this is an informal setting, any formal service/maintenance requests or other complaints will be recorded and response provided after an investigation has occurred.  You are always welcome to contact Council via our website, phone or email to report issues at any time, there is an afterhours phone service for emergencies.