News

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu and the Wongan Hills CRC Customer Service Centre and Shire Administration Office will be closed on Monday, 29th September 2025 for the King’s Birthday public holiday.

We are delighted to welcome Danell as the Senior Finance Officer at the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu is proud to announce the successful applicants of this year’s Community Development Fund (CDF). With a funding pool of $25,000, this program continues to support local clubs and community groups in turning their ideas into reality.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu is proud to share that our When Will We Meet Again? Road Safety Campaign has received a Commendation in the Innovation and/or Innovative Partnership Award (Regional) category at the 2025 LG Professionals WA Community Development Awards.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu will be carrying out lawn renovations at the Wongan Hills Civic Centre and the Wongan Hills Memorial Swimming Pool from Wednesday 3rd – Friday 5th September 2025.

Have you ever thought about the difference you could make in your community? The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu is calling for nominations in the 2025 Local Government Elections. Nominations open Thursday 28 August.

At the July Ordinary Council Meeting, Council formally adopted the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu Workforce Plan 2025–2030.

On Tuesday, 12 August 2025, Wongan Hills hosted the Community Development Regional Catch-Up, bringing together representatives from across the region to collaborate on ways to strengthen and grow our communities.

Rates notices for the 2025/2026 financial year have been issued.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu’s 2025/26 Annual Budget is now available on our website.

We’re excited to share that our brand-new, fully accessible community bus is now on the road!

Residents are advised that there will be a Special Council Meeting of the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu to be held on Wednesday, 6th August 2025 commencing at 3.00pm at Council Chambers, Shire of Wongan Ballidu, Corner Quinlan Street and Elphin Crescent, Wongan Hills WA 6603

We’re proud to announce the launch of an enhanced accessibility menu on the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu website!

What a fantastic morning we had celebrating NAIDOC Week at the CRC! The event brought our community together to honour culture, share stories, and enjoy some wonderful hands-on experiences.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu wishes to inform the community that Councillor Geoff Chambon has tendered his resignation from Council, effective Monday, 21 July 2025.

We’re excited to share that the Sports Pavilion upgrade is now complete, thanks to funding provided by the Australian Government through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program (LRCIP).

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu has received a request to name the laneway behind the main row of shops (from the old Westpac building to the old Newsagency) in Wongan Hills. In line with our road naming policy, we’re now inviting any additional naming suggestions before a final decision is made. This process ensures we honour local history and recognise the contributions of community members, while giving everyone a fair chance to put forward a name.

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu’s Community Development Fund. This year, we’re pleased to offer a new online application process, making it easier than ever to apply.

On Saturday 14 June 2025, the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu and the Shire of Victoria Plains conducted a Joint Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMC) Mock Emergency Exercise.

The Shire will be hosting several community consultation sessions in relation to the proposed Copper Mine by Caravel Minerals. The purpose of these sessions is to gain critical input from the community on a range of matters which the Council are discussing, as well as to provide an update on what is happening. These sessions will run throughout the month of July, and we strongly encourage you to attend any of the sessions as detailed below.

Council has endorsed the construction of a brand-new shelter at the start of the popular Wongan Wildflower Walk on Quinlan Street, Wongan Hills!

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu will be undertaking extensive tree pruning along Fenton Place and Wongan Road to enhance public safety and improve tree health.

At its May 2025 meeting, the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu Council proudly endorsed the Staying in Place initiative—an innovative and community-led aged care model designed to support older residents in remaining independent, safe, and connected to their local area for as long as possible.

Please note that the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu and the Wongan Hills Community Resource Centre will be closed on Monday, 2nd June for the WA Day public holiday.

This National Reconciliation Week, the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu encourages everyone in our community to pause, reflect, and take meaningful steps towards a more united future.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu invites residents to attend the upcoming Ordinary Council Meeting, where key decisions affecting our community are discussed and made.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu and Wongan Hills Community Resource Centre is excited to announce the installation of new automatic sliding doors at the front entrance of our shared building. This upgrade is part of our ongoing commitment to improving accessibility and ensuring our facilities are welcoming and easy to use for all community members, including those with mobility aids, prams, or other accessibility needs.

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu is raising awareness about two serious problems—Caltrop Weed and the Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer (PSHB)—and how you can help prevent their spread.

West Australian Field & Game Association will be carrying out a corella cull for the management and control of corellas within our area. This management strategy is in place for pest control due to the damage and impact on social and environmental issues caused.

We’re excited to welcome Peter Box, a Year 10 student from Wongan Hills District High School, who will be joining us every Wednesday for 15 weeks as part of his work experience program.