Shire News

A Special Meeting of Council is called for Wednesday, 19 March 2025 in the Council Chambers, Victoria Street, Mingenew, commencing at 1:00pm, in accordance with s.5.25 of the Local Government Act 1995. The purpose of the meeting is to consider: Commencing a major land transaction process for essential worker and aged person accommodation and delegating authority to the CEO to… read more

*** Effective 7pm, the HVMB is lifted in the Shire of Mingenew*** A Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban has been implemented in the Shire of Mingenew effective immediately at 8:45am) Monday, 20 January 2025. A Total fire Ban has also been issued by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services, more information on TFB is available at www.emergency.wa.gov.au. This will… read more

Council have resolved, at its 12 December 2024 Ordinary Council meeting, to renovate and upgrade the Mingenew Town Hall, subject to sufficient funds being generated from external sources. As noted in the report, it is estimated that the cost of restoration (to a minimal standard) is $1.56m - $2.15m, and a full restoration estimate is $3-4m (capital costs only). Inclusions… read more

*** Update - Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban lifted 5:00pm***   A Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban has been implemented in the Shire of Mingenew Sunday, 29 December 2024. This will be reviewed throughout the day and an update provided through SMS and Facebook. read more

In accordance with Schedule 6.3 of the Local Government Act 1995, the Shire provides notice of the requirement for payment of outstanding rates or service charges as follows: Michael James Wasley for 7 (Lot 5) Bride Street, Mingenew - Form 4 attached Malcolm Dennis Jackson for 20 (Lot 169) Linthorne Street, Mingenew - Form 4 attached Within three (3) months… read more

An Annual General Meeting of Electors is to be held on Wednesday, 5 February 2025 in the Council Chambers, 21 Victoria Street, Mingenew, commencing at 5:00pm.   The purpose of the meeting and order of business for matters to be discussed at the meeting are firstly, the contents of the 2023/24 Annual Report and then any other general business.  … read more

Please note the Ordinary Council Meeting Dates for 2025: Council Meeting Dates 2025 January 2025 – Nil 19 February 2025 30 April 2025 18 June 2025 20 August 2025 15 October 2025 19 November 2025 10 December 2025 All meetings will be held in the Council Chambers at 21 Victoria Street, Mingenew and will commence at 5pm, unless otherwise advised.… read more

The Shire's Disability access and Inclusion Plan 2024-2029 was adopted by Council at the 12 December Ordinary Council Meeting. To access a copy of the Plan by clicking the link below or contact us on (08)9928 1102 to obtain a copy in alternative formats. Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2024-2029 PDF or HTML. read more

We can now share the results of our Disability Access and Inclusion Survey! Thank you to those who took the time to respond. We had 23 responses, 8 of whom reported living with a disability and 4 indicated they provide informal care to someone with disability. To view the full results click here. A key priority issue for respondents was… read more

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST (EOI) - INDEPENDENT MEMBER FOR AUDIT & RISK COMMITTEE   The Shire of Mingenew is seeking a suitably experienced and qualified independent member to join our Audit and Risk Committee.   The Shire of Mingenew Audit & Risk Committee is responsible for reviewing and making recommendations to Council regarding financial management, risk management, internal controls, legislative compliance,… read more

In accordance with s.3.58(3) of the Local Government Act 1995, the Shire of Mingenew gives notice of the proposed disposition of the following properties: 70 Midlands Road, Mingenew (Reserve 36604) By Licence to Elders Rural services Australia Limited for the purpose of “the storage of any product or item related to any operation of any business of the Lessee which… read more

What is happening? The Shire of Mingenew will be sealing the reconstructed section of Yandanooka NE Road, from SLK 0.52 (Yandanooka Hall corner) to SLK 5.5 (5 km along the road).   Who will this affect? The works will impact landholders, residents, and road users traveling on Yandanooka NE Road, east of Mt Scratch Road and Yandanooka Hall, including the… read more