THREE years out of the council chamber after 41 straight years serving Wentworth Shire has not quelled Bill Wheeldon's interest in local politics.

Instead, he's seeking a comeback, as one of 12 nominees in this month's local government election.

Now in his mid 80s, Mr Wheeldon still works seven days a week at his hardware and second hand goods store on Darling Street at Wentworth, and said custo...