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Green Waste Collection
Posted 22 September 2023 Green Waste Collection

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A conversation could change a life
Posted 14 September 2023 A conversation could change a life

Weโ€™re supporting R U OK? on it's National Day of Action - September 14 - to remind everyone to stay connected and make asking, โ€˜are you OK?โ€™ a part of our everyday.

Congratulations Wellington Mills Volunteer Bushfire Brigade
Posted 12 September 2023 Congratulations Wellington Mills Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

The Shire of Dardanup would like to congratulate the Wellington Mills Volunteer Bushfire Brigade who have been nominated in the 2023 DFES Firefighting Team Achievement Awards!

Seven candidates to contest October election
Posted 08 September 2023 Seven candidates to contest October election

Seven candidates will compete for six vacancies on the Dardanup Shire Council during the October 21 Local Government Election.

A Letter from the Local Government Minister
Posted 08 September 2023 A Letter from the Local Government Minister

As the new Local Government Minister, I am honoured to oversee the implementation of the Governmentโ€™s major reforms of the local government sector, the most significant in 25 years. At the heart of these reforms is our aim of increasing the transparency, accountability and efficiency of local government in WA.

Community meeting to address proposed Greenbushes rail spur
Posted 06 September 2023 Community meeting to address proposed Greenbushes rail spur

Community members will have an opportunity to meet with mining company Talison Lithium and representatives from the South West Development Commission regarding a proposal to recommission the Greenbushes to Bunbury Railway Line.

Reminder to drive safely through road works
Posted 01 September 2023 Reminder to drive safely through road works

The Shire of Dardanup has issued a reminder to the community to please exercise additional caution and patience when travelling through local roads works associated with construction of the Bunbury Outer Ring Road.

Congratulations to our โ€˜Great Sortsโ€™
Posted 30 August 2023 Congratulations to our โ€˜Great Sortsโ€™

The Shire of Dardanup has still been on the lookout for โ€˜Great Sortsโ€™ in our community so we can thank them for sorting their rubbish correctly and helping us divert more waste from landfill.

Spring weed treatments
Posted 30 August 2023 Spring weed treatments

Ovals, parks and streetscapes will be the focus of our regular program of weed treatments throughout the shire during the first two weeks of spring.

Warning issued on Ross River Virus detection
Posted 30 August 2023 Warning issued on Ross River Virus detection

WA Health is warning residents and travellers that Ross River virus (RRV) has been detected in mosquitoes collected from the South West for the first time in two years.

Mark your calendar for Green Waste collections
Posted 29 August 2023 Mark your calendar for Green Waste collections

The Shire of Dardanup will be conducting a Green Waste collection for residential properties in the townsites of Eaton, Millbridge, Burekup and Dardanup in October.

Planning for the future of Parkridge Estate
Posted 18 August 2023 Planning for the future of Parkridge Estate

A Public Notice regarding proposed changes to plans for future development in Parkridge Estate has been receiving some commentary from the community.

Council Candidates Information
Posted 10 August 2023 Council Candidates Information

An election candidate information briefing webinar, to inform prospective candidates about the election process, the roles and responsibilities of local government, elected members and the council will be held online on Monday, 16 August.

Retiring Shire President puts out a call for the new wave
Posted 01 August 2023 Retiring Shire President puts out a call for the new wave

Dardanup Shire President Mick Bennett might be retiring from an incredible 28 years of service to the community at the WA Local Government Elections in October, but the fire in his belly for the future of our shire and region burns bright.

Grant provides e-waste recycling boost
Posted 01 August 2023 Grant provides e-waste recycling boost

Efforts to improve our E-waste recycling service have received a boost with a $21,749 grant via the State Governmentโ€™s Infrastructure Grants Program.

Draft DAIP open for public comment
Posted 01 August 2023 Draft DAIP open for public comment

Council has endorsed a refreshed Draft DAIP at its July meeting and is now seeking a final tick of approval from the community before the plan is adopted.

Project Update: R&J Fishwick Pavilion
Posted 19 July 2023 Project Update: R&J Fishwick Pavilion

Progress is kicking along nicely on construction of the new $2.1 million R&J Fishwick Pavilion by Shire of Dardanup contractor and timber construction specialists Timberbuilt Australia.

Jump for joy! New playground is open
Posted 18 July 2023 Jump for joy! New playground is open

Grey skies could not dampen spirits at our new playground in East Millbridge yesterday when contributors to the project gathered for a photo to celebrate its completion.

Exciting time to consider running for Council
Posted 14 July 2023 Exciting time to consider running for Council

The WA Electoral Commission will open Candidate Nominations for one week on 31 August, 2023 so now might be a good time to consider serving your community as a Dardanup Shire Councillor.

So much more than just a cinema!
Posted 11 July 2023 So much more than just a cinema!

Planning for a $77 million expansion of Eaton Fair Shopping Centre with inclusion of a third storey cinema has moved a step closer following a June Dardanup Shire Council decision to provide its support for conditional approval of the project and refer it onto the next stage of State Government assessments.

Lost & Found Festival on again
Posted 11 July 2023 Lost & Found Festival on again

Even more avenues to lose yourself with neighbouring shires joining us for Lost & Found 2023

Project Update: New Library, Administration & Community Centre
Posted 06 July 2023 Project Update: New Library, Administration & Community Centre

Dardanup Shire Councillors donned hard hats and high vis vests this week for an inspection of progress on the Shireโ€™s new Library, Administration and Community Centre.

Council adopts ground-breaking Place Plans
Posted 05 July 2023 Council adopts ground-breaking Place Plans

Growth is coming to the Shire of Dardanup!ย But weโ€™ve been planning for it. Council has adopted Place Plans for Eaton and Dardanup.

Register now for convenient new e-Rates service
Posted 29 June 2023 Register now for convenient new e-Rates service

Ratepayers can now register to receive their annual Rates Notice via email in a new initiative to increase customer convenience and improve sustainability outcomes.

Council adopts 2023/24 Budget
Posted 29 June 2023 Council adopts 2023/24 Budget

Following Councilโ€™s recent adoption of its four-year Corporate Business Plan, the Annual Budget was also adopted at its meeting on June 28, 2023.

National recognition for Shireโ€™s Auslan Choir
Posted 16 June 2023 National recognition for Shireโ€™s Auslan Choir

A unique Shire of Dardanup project to build community participation, connection, accessibility and inclusivity has been recognised this week at a national awards ceremony.

Community Meeting outcomes
Posted 15 June 2023 Community Meeting outcomes

To provide our community with assurance their voice has been heard at our Community Meetings we have published a list of topics raised at each meeting along with actions taken in response.

Roadworks update for South Western Highway, Waterloo
Posted 15 June 2023 Roadworks update for South Western Highway, Waterloo

Night works are required to enable continued construction of the South Western Highway (north) interchange for the Bunbury Outer Ring Road.

Project Update: East Millbridge Playground
Posted 15 June 2023 Project Update: East Millbridge Playground

Get excited because work has started on our new East Millbridge Playground by contractor Active Discovery.

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