Shire News

At the Ordinary Council Meeting held 6 December 2024 the following Ordinary Council meeting dates for 2024 were set, to commence at 5:00pm, in accordance with Regulation 12(1) of the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996, as per the below schedule:   Council Meeting Dates 2024 January 2024 – Nil 14 February 2024 March 2024 – Nil 17 April 2024 May… read more

An Annual General Meeting of Electors is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, 31 January 2024 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 2022/23 Annual Report and then any other general business.… read more

Please note that a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban is in place for the Shire of Mingenew for Sunday, 10 December 2023 (from 9am). Bush Fire Control Officer's will be reviewing this throughout the day and will advise of any changes. For clarification on what applies during a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban please refer to the formal notice attached. read more

Please note that a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban is in place for the Shire of Mingenew for Wednesday, 22 November 2023 (from 7:30am). Bush Fire control Officer's will be reviewing this throughout the day and will advise of any changes. For clarification on what applies during a Harvest and Vehicle Movement Ban please refer to the formal notice attached. read more

A Special Meeting of Council is to be held at 5:00pm on Wednesday, 15 November 2023 in the Council Chambers in accordance with Regulation 12(3) of the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996. The purpose of this meeting will be to consider the following matters: • conducting the Election for President and Deputy President; • appointing Committee and community group representatives;… read more

PUBLIC NOTICE: SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING A Special Meeting of Council is to be held at 5:00pm on Wednesday, 20 September 2023 in the Council Chambers in accordance with Regulation 12(3) of the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996.   The purpose of this meeting will be to consider the following matters: Proposed Workforce Accommodation (matter laid on the table 16 Aug)… read more

The State Government announced this morning its commitment to support the Mingenew Childcare Centre upgrade project, with Lotterywest contributing $500,000. The Shire has been working tirelessly to ensure early childhood and education care services supports demand now and into the future. Access to this service is vital to the community's growth and prosperity. It is expected that a new Childcare… read more

Strike are seeking Expressions of Interest from our local community to fill the Community Relations Officer position before the role is advertised publicly. A copy of the Community Relations Officer Position Description has been provided in the button below. Please contact Amanda Emery via the contact information above if you are interested in the role and would like to discuss… read more

The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) is running a Candidate Information online webinar for prospective Councillors on Monday, 14 August 2023 at 6pm. Visit here to find more and to register to attend. read more

PUBLIC NOTICE: SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING A Special Meeting of Council is to be held at 5:00pm on Wednesday, 19 July 2023 in the Council Chambers in accordance with Regulation 12(3) of the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996. The purpose of this meeting will be to consider: Resetting the rates instalment dates for 2023/24, adopted 21 June 2023 Seeking quotes for… read more

Please find attached the latest Shire News - 30 June Shire Update 2023 read more

At the Ordinary Council meeting on 19 April 2023, Council received the results of the Town Hall Survey and resolved to share with the community. To summarise the data, a flyer has been prepared outlining the key results and steps from here: https://mingenew.wa.gov.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Community-Flyer-Town-Hall-Survey-Results-Final.pdf The full results, in raw data format, can be viewed here.   read more

Please be advised that roadworks are currently being carried out on Coalseam Road and Yandanooka North East Road.  Stabilisation works will be continuing next week on both roads. read more