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Local Colour: John Pauley's Galah Mural Brightens Wongan Hills
Posted 23 October 2025 Local Colour: John Pauley's Galah Mural Brightens Wongan Hills

If you’ve driven past the Wongan Hills Community Park lately, you may have noticed a splash of pink and grey brightening up the street. The vibrant Galah mural painted across the side of John Pauley’s shed has quickly become a cheerful feature of the area, a colourful nod to one of Australia's most iconic feathered residents.

Laneway Naming Update
Posted 22 October 2025 Laneway Naming Update

Thank you to everyone who submitted a nomination and shared their ideas for naming the laneway. We received a fantastic response with strong community support for several suggestions including names with important historical ties to the laneway specifically.

Australia day Pool Party Grant Success!
Posted 20 October 2025 Australia day Pool Party Grant Success!

We’re excited to announce that the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu has once again been fully funded by the National Australia Day Council (NADC) through the 2026 Community Events Grant Program to deliver our much-loved Australia Day Pool Party!

Wongan Hills Memorial Swimming Pool 2025/2026 Season Opening
Posted 18 October 2025 Wongan Hills Memorial Swimming Pool 2025/2026 Season Opening

The Wongan Hills Memorial Swimming Pool officially opens for the season on Saturday, 25 October at 12pm!

Community Service Awards - Nominations Now Open
Posted 16 October 2025 Community Service Awards - Nominations Now Open

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond for our community? Nominations are now open for the 2026 Shire of Wongan-Ballidu Community Service Awards.

Restricted Burning Period Now in Effect
Posted 13 October 2025 Restricted Burning Period Now in Effect

Permits are required within restricted burning periods. Contact your local Bush Fire Control Officer for a permit to burn. Conditions apply to permits stipulating how burning shall be carried out. Any burning carried out without a permit or without following applied conditions are subject to fines.

Welcome David - Bushfire Risk Mitigation Coordinator
Posted 10 October 2025 Welcome David - Bushfire Risk Mitigation Coordinator

We’re delighted to welcome David as our new Bushfire Risk Mitigation Coordinator, a role he will be sharing across several shires, spending two days each week here in Wongan-Ballidu.

Office Closure
Posted 08 October 2025 Office Closure

Please be advised that the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu and Wongan Hills CRC Customer Service Centre will be closed for a staff meeting on Tuesday 14th October 9:00am – 10:30am.

Bike it to Ballidu - What a Success!
Posted 01 October 2025 Bike it to Ballidu - What a Success!

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu is proud to have been a major sponsor of Bike it to Ballidu Gravel 2025, contributing $35,000 to support this incredible event – and we’re excited to confirm our support for next year’s event as well!

Office Closure
Posted 26 September 2025 Office Closure

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.

Official Opening of the Cemetery Toilet
Posted 25 September 2025 Official Opening of the Cemetery Toilet

Today we celebrated the official grand opening of the new cemetery toilet, with just under 40 community members coming together for the event. Shire President Cr Mandy Stephenson delivered a speech highlighting the rich history of the cemetery and the strong community effort that brought this project to life.

Welcome to Our New Senior Finance Officer – Danell
Posted 24 September 2025 Welcome to Our New Senior Finance Officer – Danell

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

Congratulations to Our 2025/2026 Community Development Fund Recipients!
Posted 18 September 2025 Congratulations to Our 2025/2026 Community Development Fund Recipients!

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.

Award Recognition For Our Road Safety Campaign
Posted 12 September 2025 Award Recognition For Our Road Safety Campaign

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.

Upcoming Lawn Renovations at the Civic Centre and Swimming Pool
Posted 03 September 2025 Upcoming Lawn Renovations at the Civic Centre and Swimming Pool

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.

Become a Councillor
Posted 27 August 2025 Become a Councillor

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.

Workforce Plan 2025-2030 Now Available
Posted 22 August 2025 Workforce Plan 2025-2030 Now Available

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

Sharing Ideas for Stronger Communities
Posted 20 August 2025 Sharing Ideas for Stronger Communities

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.

2025/2026 Rates Notices
Posted 18 August 2025 2025/2026 Rates Notices

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

2025/26 Budget Now Available
Posted 15 August 2025 2025/26 Budget Now Available

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

New Community Bus!
Posted 13 August 2025 New Community Bus!

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

Notice of Special Council Meeting
Posted 28 July 2025 Notice of Special Council Meeting

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

New Accessibility Feature Now Live on Our Website
Posted 22 July 2025 New Accessibility Feature Now Live on Our Website

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

NAIDOC Week Celebration Wrap-Up
Posted 17 July 2025 NAIDOC Week Celebration Wrap-Up

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.

Announcement
Posted 14 July 2025 Announcement

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.

Sports Pavilion Upgrade Complete!
Posted 11 July 2025 Sports Pavilion Upgrade Complete!

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).

Have Your Say - Name a Laneway in Wongan Hills
Posted 09 July 2025 Have Your Say - Name a Laneway in Wongan Hills

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.

Applications Are Now Open for the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu’s Community
Posted 04 July 2025 Applications Are Now Open for the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu’s Community Development Fund

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.

Mock Emergency Exercise Recap
Posted 25 June 2025 Mock Emergency Exercise Recap

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.

Community Information Sessions - Proposed Copper Mine
Posted 24 June 2025 Community Information Sessions - Proposed Copper Mine

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.

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