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PROPOSAL TO DISPOSE OF PROPERTY
Posted 27 February 2023 PROPOSAL TO DISPOSE OF PROPERTY

PROPOSAL TO DISPOSE OF PROPERTY

Local Roads and Communities Infrastructure Program (LRCI)
Posted 14 February 2023 Local Roads and Communities Infrastructure Program (LRCI)

Local Roads and Communities Infrastructure Program (LRCI) phase 4 allocations announced.

Annual Electors Meeting
Posted 13 February 2023 Annual Electors Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of Electors for the 2021/2022 Financial Year will be held on Wednesday 22 February 2023, 7.00pm at the Wongan Hills CRC.

Community Development Fund Grants NOW OPEN!
Posted 31 January 2023 Community Development Fund Grants NOW OPEN!

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu has a proud history of working in partnership with the community. One of the ways Council supports and empowers community groups is through the annual Community Development Grants program.

Christmas Light Competition Winners Announced!
Posted 30 January 2023 Christmas Light Competition Winners Announced!

Last Thursday, on Australia Day, the Christmas Light Competition winners were announced...

IMPORTANT NOTICE - Caltrop (Pest Plant)
Posted 09 January 2023 IMPORTANT NOTICE - Caltrop (Pest Plant)

Caltrop (Tribulus terrestris) is a summer-growing weed found widely throughout Western Australia. It is most common in areas of frequent spring and after summer rain. Under the Local Government Act 1995 it is a prescribed pest plant in a number of shires in the Perth metropolitan area, the southwest and the wheatbelt. However, it is not a declared plant, and there is no requirement to report it to the Department of Agriculture and Food, Western Australia.

Mosquito Management in the Community
Posted 22 December 2022 Mosquito Management in the Community

The Shire acknowledges and is aware of the significant number of mosquitos within the shire in particular the townsites and recreation areas and understand the impact that this is having on our community across the Shire.

A Christmas Message...
Posted 19 December 2022 A Christmas Message...

A Christmas message from Shire President Cr Mandy Stephenson.

2023 Council Meeting Dates Announced
Posted 16 December 2022 2023 Council Meeting Dates Announced

Head to Council Meetings page and find all the dates for 2023 Council Meetings.

Festive Waste Collection
Posted 15 December 2022 Festive Waste Collection

There will be no changes to kerbside waste collection during the festive period. Click the link for Waste Management Facility opening times.

Roll of Honour now live!
Posted 06 December 2022 Roll of Honour now live!

The Community Service Awards Roll of Honour is now live on the Shire's website.Take a look of all the recipients awarded this honour since 1984. The Awards acknowledge the unsung heroes of our community who through their contributions make our town a better place. These individuals and organisations offer outstanding service each day and enable our communities to be stronger as a result of their tireless efforts.

Airport Opening and Blessing
Posted 02 December 2022 Airport Opening and Blessing

On Wednesday, the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu together with community members opened and blessed the new airport following upgrades funded through the Australian Government's Regional Airports Program.

Christmas Light Competition
Posted 23 November 2022 Christmas Light Competition

Turn your lights on between Sunday 4 December & Saturday 10 December for the judges scoring!

Office Christmas Closure
Posted 22 November 2022 Office Christmas Closure

Please note the Shire Administration Office and Wongan Hills Community Resource Centre will be closed during the following period - Friday 23 December 12.00pm to Tuesday 3 January 9.00am

Major airport upgrades now complete!
Posted 21 November 2022 Major airport upgrades now complete!

On Thursday 5 August 2021, the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu announced its successful bid to secure $300,000 of funding through the Australian Government's Regional Airports Program. The program aimed to improve the safety of aircraft, operators and passengers using regional airports and aerodromes and the funding was used for upgrades to infrastructure at the Wongan Hills airport which are now complete.

Television Retransmission Tower Update
Posted 02 November 2022 Television Retransmission Tower Update

Please note the service provider for the TV Transmission Tower will be on site Tuesday 8 November next week to complete an annual service. During this period there will be intermittent interruptions to services throughout the day whilst the service is completed. We apologise in advance for the inconvenience this may cause.

Office Closure Notice
Posted 28 October 2022 Office Closure Notice

Please note the Shire Administration Office and Wongan Hills Community Resource Centre will be closed Tuesday 1 November - 11.30am to 1.00pm. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Office Closure Notice - Staff Development and Training
Posted 10 October 2022 Office Closure Notice - Staff Development and Training

The Shire Administration Office and Wongan Hills CRC will be closed during the following times for staff development and training: Wednesday 12 October - 9.00am - 10.30am Thursday 13 October - 1.30pm - 4.30pm

Fire Break Compliance Reminder
Posted 07 October 2022 Fire Break Compliance Reminder

FIREBREAK COMPLIANCE REMINDER - 13 OCOTBER 2022 Fire Break Notice Pursuant to the powers contained in section 33 of the Bush Fires Act 1954, you are hereby required on or before the 13th day of October, to plough, scarify, cultivate, spray or otherwise clear and thereafter maintain free of all inflammable material until the 31st day of March firebreaks in the following dimensions on the land owned or occupied by you.

2022/2023 Bulk Waste Verge Collection Dates Announced
Posted 29 September 2022 2022/2023 Bulk Waste Verge Collection Dates Announced

The 2022/2023 bulk waste verge collection dates have been released by the Shire of Wongan-Ballidu.

Temporary Gym Closure - Wednesday 28 September
Posted 27 September 2022 Temporary Gym Closure - Wednesday 28 September

Please note the Wongan Hills gym will be closed for routine maintenance between 7am and 5pm on Wednesday 28 September.

Council Visit Cadoux!
Posted 21 September 2022 Council Visit Cadoux!

Last week, the Shire President, Councillors and executive staff visited Cadoux to engage with local residents about changes they want to see in their town.

Office Closure Notice - National Day of Mourning
Posted 13 September 2022 Office Closure Notice - National Day of Mourning

Our offices will be closed on Thursday 22 September for a National Day of Mourning following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Stargazing Spectacle!
Posted 08 September 2022 Stargazing Spectacle!

LOOK UP TONIGHT FOR A STARGAZING SPECTACLE!

Community Service Award 2023 Nominations NOW OPEN!
Posted 06 September 2022 Community Service Award 2023 Nominations NOW OPEN!

Nominations for 2023 Community Service Awards are now open. Please visit the Citizen Awards page for submissions and further information.

New Fire Danger Rating System in WA
Posted 06 September 2022 New Fire Danger Rating System in WA

As at 1st September 2022, the new Fire Danger Rating system has been launched by DFES.

Notice of Corella Cull - 12 and 13 March 2022
Posted 10 March 2022 Notice of Corella Cull - 12 and 13 March 2022

The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu wishes to advise residents of a Corella Cull taking place within the site of Wongan Hills. Weather permitting, this will take place on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 March 2022

Current and Upcoming Roadworks
Posted 08 March 2022 Current and Upcoming Roadworks

Shire Launches Online Mapping
Posted 02 March 2022 Shire Launches Online Mapping

New Recreation Area at Lake Ninan
Posted 28 February 2022 New Recreation Area at Lake Ninan

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