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Shire contractors will soon be in town carrying out asphalting works to improve our road and footpath networks.

A proposal to amend the Local Planning Strategy near Condingup has been sent to the WA Planning Commission. If approved, the community will be invited to have their say during public consultation.

As of Saturday 26 April, the Urban Rural Zone will commence its Unrestricted Burning Time (Open Burning).

Discover the Stories of Esperance's WWI Heroes: A 12-Year Project Launches for ANZAC Day.

You told us health & community services matter. Here’s what’s been done—and how you can have your say in 2025.

The redevelopment of GMS is an exciting action in the Greater Sports Ground Redevelopment Masterplan. Read more for key dates and traffic changes.

As we approach the 2025 scorecard, we'll be sharing updates on the progress we've made over the past two years based on your priorities from the 2023 Scorecard. One of the top priorities you highlighted was Local Roads.

What’s changed, how we’re improving, and how to submit your application right the first time.

The Shire’s development and release of residential land in Flinders Estate, and the Shark Lake Industrial Park demonstrates long-term commitment to community, regional growth, and business.

Catch up on what roads are coming up for resheeting, upgrades and reconstruction, as well as what's being worked on currently.

Pursuant to the Bush Fires Act 1954 the Shire of Esperance advises Unrestricted Burning Time (Open Burning) will commence Tuesday, 1 April 2025 for the following zone only;

Pursuant to Section 18 Bush Fires Act 1954 the Shire of Esperance advises Restricted Burning Times will commence Tuesday, 1 April 2025 for the following zone; URBAN-RURAL ZONE -Includes fire zone: Urban-Rural (Esperance & surrounding rural residential areas)

The Building Services team at the Shire provides crucial information and advice for our community, and take their responsibility to ratepayers very seriously.

On 10 March 2025, the Shire of Esperance was made aware of a shark incident at Wharton Beach, Condingup. Our hearts go out to the family, friends and loved ones of the victim of this incident.

Treatments include replanting dune vegetation and protecting replanted areas with fencing.

Council have committed to the full $26M Myrup Waste Management Facility Project, to deliver the best outcome for the community and ratepayers.

Catch up on what roads are coming up for resheeting, upgrades and reconstruction, as well as what's being worked on currently.

We have a new walking trail to access Hammer Head East Beach!

Update: 13 Feb 2025 03:30 PM

The Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban will be LIFTED at 1800hrs

The Planning and Building Services is here to support local development and community safety. Read more to learn how services are essential to maintain sustainable growth in our region.

All Harvest & Vehicle Movement Bans have been lifted

Motions raised and carried by community members at the 2025 Electors Meeting will now be considered by Council at the February Council Meeting

Please note the Bushfire Watch and Act has been downgraded to a Bushfire Advice - Monitor Conditions. Local roads have reopened with speed restrictions. Smoke will continue to impact nearby suburbs overnight.

Roads have reopened, with speed restrictions in place.

In an attempt to mitigate serious accidents at high-risk areas, the Shire of Esperance will be installing pine poles and two coated wire fencing at Salmon Beach. This style of fencing is used at other coastal reserves.

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Update 4:08pm 24/01/2025