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A New Field Takes Shape at the GSG
Posted 05 February 2026 A New Field Takes Shape at the GSG

After years of planning, works are now underway at the Greater Sports Ground to deliver Esperance’s new synthetic hockey pitch.

Forgotten Message Resurfaces
Posted 05 February 2026 Forgotten Message Resurfaces

Dropped into the ocean in 1975, rediscovered decades later, and now part of Esperance’s story

Mingle With A Mission
Posted 04 February 2026 Mingle With A Mission

Your chance to turn big ideas into real world results!

Esperance Library: Creativity, Culture and Community
Posted 03 February 2026 Esperance Library: Creativity, Culture and Community

Free school holiday sessions, pop‑up play, workshops and events have made the Library a hub for summer connection.

Making a Splash: New SwimFit Class!
Posted 02 February 2026 Making a Splash: New SwimFit Class!

Offering coaching for confident swimmers at the Bay of Isles Leisure Centre

Building a Stronger Esperance Together
Posted 30 January 2026 Building a Stronger Esperance Together

A look at how Shire services, projects and partnerships supported everyday life across the region over the 2024/2025 financial year

Celebrating the Volunteers and Quiet Achievers of 2026
Posted 26 January 2026 Celebrating the Volunteers and Quiet Achievers of 2026

"Today we celebrate the everyday people who make our region stronger, recognising volunteers, quiet achievers and community leaders, and honouring contributions that build connection, resilience and local pride.”

People, Service and Accountability
Posted 23 January 2026 People, Service and Accountability

A Year in Review from the CEO

Bushfire Mitigation Boosted
Posted 22 January 2026 Bushfire Mitigation Boosted

Funding strengthens Esperance’s bushfire resilience

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban 22 January 2026
Posted 22 January 2026 Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban 22 January 2026

HVMB has been lifted for all Zones

Council Decisions Driven by Community Aspirations
Posted 20 January 2026 Council Decisions Driven by Community Aspirations

The Shire President’s take on a year of growth, advocacy and future focus.

Christmas Lights Map a Hit
Posted 19 January 2026 Christmas Lights Map a Hit

Discover how a simple idea sparked a festive initiative that lit up Esperance and brought families together.

Passionate About the Esperance Region? Join Us on 3 February
Posted 14 January 2026 Passionate About the Esperance Region? Join Us on 3 February

Community warmly welcomed to the 2026 Annual Electors Meeting

Improved Mobile Coverage Boosts Coastal Safety in Esperance
Posted 18 December 2025 Improved Mobile Coverage Boosts Coastal Safety in Esperance

A new repeater has been installed at Salmon Beach, Esperance.

Shire Secures Federal Funding for Major Solar and Energy Efficiency
Posted 17 December 2025 Shire Secures Federal Funding for Major Solar and Energy Efficiency Upgrades

Shire secures $946,938 for significant energy upgrades

Esperance Overflow Campground: Short-Term Stay, Not a Destination
Posted 15 December 2025 Esperance Overflow Campground: Short-Term Stay, Not a Destination

A short-term, last-resort option for visitors who arrive without a booking and find all caravan parks full. Located at the Greater Sports Ground, it offers basic amenities and unpowered sites for up to four nights—an interim stopover until you secure a proper caravan park spot.

NRM Funding for Community Stewardship
Posted 11 December 2025 NRM Funding for Community Stewardship

Unlocking four years of funding to restore, revegetate and protect some of the region’s most ecologically significant reserves.

Proposed Health Amendment Local Law Open for Comment
Posted 09 December 2025 Proposed Health Amendment Local Law Open for Comment

The Health Amendment Local Law is open for public comment until 4pm, 27 January  2026.

Deck the Halls, Not the Landfill: Simple Tips for a Joyful, Low-Waste
Posted 05 December 2025 Deck the Halls, Not the Landfill: Simple Tips for a Joyful, Low-Waste Holiday

This season, let’s focus on what truly matters: connection and joy, and choose to be a little more sustainable. Small changes make a big difference, so here’s to celebrating with intention and creating memories that last.

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban
Posted 02 December 2025 Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban

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Career Opportunities AVAILABLE NOW - Are you who we need?
Posted 25 November 2025 Career Opportunities AVAILABLE NOW - Are you who we need?

Join the local team helping older residents stay safe, independent, and happy in their own homes.

From Sauna to Sea: A Nordic Twist for Esperance
Posted 20 November 2025 From Sauna to Sea: A Nordic Twist for Esperance

A vibrant new sauna is coming to the Esperance foreshore - here are the facts behind the project.

Beach Closure Alert – Salmon Beach
Posted 19 November 2025 Beach Closure Alert – Salmon Beach

Help Set the Direction for the Next 10 Years
Posted 14 November 2025 Help Set the Direction for the Next 10 Years

Be a part of shaping Esperance’s future: Council Plan Workshops This November

Special Council Meeting
Posted 03 November 2025 Special Council Meeting

Time: 9:30am / Date: Tuesday 4 November 2025 / Place: Council Chambers

Community Invited to Shape Public Health Future
Posted 27 October 2025 Community Invited to Shape Public Health Future

Got ideas for a healthier Esperance? Consultation on the Public Health Plan review is now open, let us know!

Council Election Results 2025
Posted 19 October 2025 Council Election Results 2025

The counting is over. The results are in. Welcome to our newest Councillors.

Adventure Awaits at the Shire Stalls – Join the Quest at the Esperance
Posted 17 October 2025 Adventure Awaits at the Shire Stalls – Join the Quest at the Esperance Show!

Community Alert: Suspected Poisoning of Pigeons at Taylor St Jetty
Posted 15 October 2025 Community Alert: Suspected Poisoning of Pigeons at Taylor St Jetty

Aged Care Reform
Posted 15 October 2025 Aged Care Reform

From 1 November 2025, significant reforms under the new Aged Care Act will enhance the quality and rights-focused nature of aged care services in Australia. These changes put older people at the centre, ensuring better support and decision-making. Below, we outline key elements relevant to our services.

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