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Community Sets Direction with New Esperance Council Plan
Posted 07 April 2026 Community Sets Direction with New Esperance Council Plan

Local voices drive priorities for Esperance’s future.

Your Shire, Your Community - Latest Shire Flyer Is Here
Posted 02 April 2026 Your Shire, Your Community - Latest Shire Flyer Is Here

A snapshot of what’s been happening across the Shire

From Your Council – March Council Meeting
Posted 02 April 2026 From Your Council – March Council Meeting

Highlights from 23 Council decisions

Council Accepts Design Review for James Street Precinct
Posted 25 March 2026 Council Accepts Design Review for James Street Precinct

Updates confirm strong design, clear next steps and long‑term community benefits.

Council Adopts Health Amendment Local Law 2026
Posted 13 March 2026 Council Adopts Health Amendment Local Law 2026

Updating the Health Local Law 2025 after recommendations from the state government Joint Standing Committee on Delegated Legislation

Lane Closure – Dempster Street Median Upgrade
Posted 13 March 2026 Lane Closure – Dempster Street Median Upgrade

A lane closure will be in place on Dempster Street this Sunday, 15 March, as part of the ongoing improvements to the town centre.

Restricted Burning Time (Urban-Rural Zone)
Posted 12 March 2026 Restricted Burning Time (Urban-Rural Zone)

New Jump Track Bringing Next Level Riding to Town
Posted 06 March 2026 New Jump Track Bringing Next Level Riding to Town

Shire creating more ways for locals to get active

Pet Sterilisation Program 2026 Now Open
Posted 03 March 2026 Pet Sterilisation Program 2026 Now Open

This program is designed to make pet care more affordable for people within the shire who may be finding costs hard to manage.

Council Welcomes New Disability Access & Inclusion Plan
Posted 27 February 2026 Council Welcomes New Disability Access & Inclusion Plan

Shared effort delivers strong, community‑led DAIP

Quieter, Cleaner Booster Pumps Chosen for Sand Back Passing Project
Posted 27 February 2026 Quieter, Cleaner Booster Pumps Chosen for Sand Back Passing Project

Delivering best fit for cost, flexibility and reduced disruption

Building Strong Careers Close to Home
Posted 24 February 2026 Building Strong Careers Close to Home

Pathways for Trainees, Cadets, Apprentices, professionals and leaders

Making Applications Easier
Posted 19 February 2026 Making Applications Easier

New example architectural plans to guide Building Applications now on our website!

Community Voices at Electors Meeting
Posted 17 February 2026 Community Voices at Electors Meeting

Key Issues, Clear Answers: What the Community Raised This Year

From Worksites to Weekends: Help Shape Our Public Health Plan
Posted 11 February 2026 From Worksites to Weekends: Help Shape Our Public Health Plan

We’re on the home stretch ... and we still want to hear from you.

Have Your Say on Esperance Playgrounds & Public Open Spaces
Posted 09 February 2026 Have Your Say on Esperance Playgrounds & Public Open Spaces

"If you feel your local playground isn’t meeting your family’s needs, or you have a great idea to improve a playground, please go to the Shire’s website, click the link, and leave a comment on the map." Consultation open till the 9 March, 2026.

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.

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