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Community update: storm response - stay safe!
Posted 31 May 2026 Community update: storm response - stay safe!

Our crews are currently out across the Shire of Dardanup responding to storm impacts, including clearing fallen trees and debris from roads and public areas.

Road improvements for Hamilton Road and Hale Street
Posted 29 May 2026 Road improvements for Hamilton Road and Hale Street

Road improvement works will soon commence on sections of Hamilton Road and Hale Street, as part of the Shire’s ongoing commitment to maintaining safe and functional local roads.

Western Australia Day public holiday hours
Posted 28 May 2026 Western Australia Day public holiday hours

The Shire of Dardanup advises residents of changes to services and facilities for the WA Day public holiday on Monday, 1 June 2026.

Great night in Burekup - thanks for joining us!
Posted 27 May 2026 Great night in Burekup - thanks for joining us!

Thanks Burekup for a great turnout at our Community Meeting last night!

Henty resident wins at Ferguson Valley – could you be next?
Posted 26 May 2026 Henty resident wins at Ferguson Valley – could you be next?

Last night’s Ferguson Valley Community Meeting saw Henty resident Colin Johnston take home the $100 door prize.

Big crowd turns out at Dardanup – Familiar face claims prize
Posted 20 May 2026 Big crowd turns out at Dardanup – Familiar face claims prize

Last night’s Dardanup Community Meeting saw a familiar face take home the $100 door prize, with former Councillor and Deputy Shire President Ellen Lilly drawn as the lucky winner.

Local resident wins at Eaton Community Meeting
Posted 19 May 2026 Local resident wins at Eaton Community Meeting

Long-time Shire of Dardanup resident Anne Jago attended last night’s Eaton Community Meeting, walking away with the $100 door prize.

Community invited to shape future of Watson Reserve
Posted 18 May 2026 Community invited to shape future of Watson Reserve

The Shire of Dardanup is calling on the community to have their say as it reviews the Watson Reserve Master Plan.

Shire partners with BGCCI for Dardanup Business After Hours event
Posted 08 May 2026 Shire partners with BGCCI for Dardanup Business After Hours event

The Shire of Dardanup, in partnership with the Bunbury Geographe Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BGCCI), will host a Dardanup Business After Hours networking event in May, providing a new platform for local businesses to connect and engage.

Residents invited to help shape Shire’s future through community survey
Posted 07 May 2026 Residents invited to help shape Shire’s future through community survey

The Shire of Dardanup is inviting residents to have their say on the future of the community through an online community survey on the draft Strategic Community Plan 2026-2036, with incentives available for participation both online and in person.

Highlights of April Council Meeting outcomes
Posted 01 May 2026 Highlights of April Council Meeting outcomes

A broad range of strategic, planning, infrastructure and community matters were progressed at the Shire of Dardanup's Ordinary Council Meeting on Wednesday, 29 April 2026. Check out the key highlights from the monthly meeting.

Fire burning period dates clarified for 2025-26 fire season
Posted 29 April 2026 Fire burning period dates clarified for 2025-26 fire season

The Shire of Dardanup is advising the community of a correction to the Restricted and Prohibited Burning Period dates published in the 2025-26 Fire Prevention Order.

ANZAC Day public holiday information
Posted 23 April 2026 ANZAC Day public holiday information

The Shire of Dardanup wishes to advise the community of changes to services and facilities for the ANZAC Day public holiday on Monday, 27 April 2026.

Have your say at Community Meetings this May
Posted 23 April 2026 Have your say at Community Meetings this May

The Shire of Dardanup is inviting residents to attend its annual Community Meetings, a chance to connect directly with Councillors and Council staff, share feedback, and help shape the future of the community.

Stage one: Henty Road shoulder sealing and linemarking upgrades
Posted 21 April 2026 Stage one: Henty Road shoulder sealing and linemarking upgrades

Planned shoulder sealing and linemarking with audible centreline and edgeline works will soon begin on Henty Road, made possible through funding from the Regional Road Safety Program and the Australian Government Black Spot Program.

Dardanup ANZAC Day services
Posted 21 April 2026 Dardanup ANZAC Day services

The Dardanup community comes together each ANZAC Day to pause, reflect and remember. All are welcome to attend either or both services on Saturday, 25 April 2026.

Eaton Drive Road works: tomorrow 21 April
Posted 20 April 2026 Eaton Drive Road works: tomorrow 21 April

Pavement investigation works on Eaton Drive are scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April 2026, from 6.30am.

Youth Week 2026 a standout success for community
Posted 20 April 2026 Youth Week 2026 a standout success for community

The Shire of Dardanup is celebrating the success of Youth Week 2026, with more than 920 young people taking part across YouthFest and The Full Send programs held from 7 to 11 April 2026.

Watson Reserve Footbridge replacement, temporary closure
Posted 14 April 2026 Watson Reserve Footbridge replacement, temporary closure

The Watson Reserve Footbridge in Eaton will be temporarily closed for around six weeks from Friday, 17 April while replacement works are carried out.

Restricted Burning Period from 11-25 April
Posted 10 April 2026 Restricted Burning Period from 11-25 April

The Prohibited Burning Period will end at midnight on Friday, 10 April 2026. From Saturday, 11 April 2026, the Shire of Dardanup will enter its Restricted Burning Period, which will remain in effect until Saturday, 25 April 2026, subject to extension.

Eaton Rec Centre upgrades strengthen community hub
Posted 02 April 2026 Eaton Rec Centre upgrades strengthen community hub

The Eaton Recreation Centre (ERC) has received a welcome boost through a series of upgrades supported by Australian and State Government funding, enhancing the experience for the thousands of people who use the facility each year.

Moore Road bridge upgrade, road closures
Posted 02 April 2026 Moore Road bridge upgrade, road closures

Moore Road in Dardanup West will be temporarily closed from Tuesday, 7 April while essential bridge repairs are carried out until 1 May.

Council offices closed for Easter and ANZAC Day public holidays
Posted 30 March 2026 Council offices closed for Easter and ANZAC Day public holidays

The Shire of Dardanup wishes to inform the community of closures and changes to operations over the Easter and ANZAC Day public holidays in April 2026.

Prohibited Burning Period extended to 10 April
Posted 26 March 2026 Prohibited Burning Period extended to 10 April

The Shire of Dardanup has extended the Prohibited Burning Period, which will now remain in place until midnight on Friday, 10 April 2026.

Lighting upgrade works at Glen Huon Oval
Posted 24 March 2026 Lighting upgrade works at Glen Huon Oval

Works kick off tomorrow (Wednesday, 25 March) at Glen Huon Oval as part of a major lighting and scoreboard upgrade.

Trial RV, caravan stopover to welcome Ferguson Valley visitors
Posted 17 March 2026 Trial RV, caravan stopover to welcome Ferguson Valley visitors

Visitors travelling through the Ferguson Valley will soon have a new place to rest overnight, with the Shire of Dardanup launching a three-month trial of a 24-hour caravan and recreational vehicle (RV) stopover at Ferguson Hall.

Waste Transfer Station closed due to power outage
Posted 16 March 2026 Waste Transfer Station closed due to power outage

Due to a power outage, the Shire of Dardanup's Waste Transfer Station has closed early today.

Bookings open for ERC's April Vacation Care program!
Posted 13 March 2026 Bookings open for ERC's April Vacation Care program!

The Eaton Recreation Centre’s popular Vacation Care Program is now open for bookings, ahead of the upcoming April school holidays.

Eaton boat ramp – temporary closure for safety cleaning works
Posted 12 March 2026 Eaton boat ramp – temporary closure for safety cleaning works

The Eaton boat ramp will be temporarily closed tomorrow morning, Friday, 13 March between 7.30am-12 noon for safety cleaning works.

Temporary bridge closures for maintenance works
Posted 11 March 2026 Temporary bridge closures for maintenance works

The Shire of Dardanup advises that several local bridges will be temporarily closed on 23 and 24 March 2026 to allow for essential maintenance works.

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