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Council Supports Pathway to New Housing Land
Posted 16 July 2026 Council Supports Pathway to New Housing Land

Backing housing proposal to protect ratepayers and support community growth

Big Catch for Esperance
Posted 14 July 2026 Big Catch for Esperance

The reef will be the largest artificial reef accessible to land-based fishing in Australia, right on our doorstep.

CCTV Upgrades to Strengthen Community Safety
Posted 13 July 2026 CCTV Upgrades to Strengthen Community Safety

Improving community safety infrastructure, programs and services.

Take the Plastic Free Challenge
Posted 08 July 2026 Take the Plastic Free Challenge

From Winter Wonderland to everyday life, waste reduction matters

Next Gen Volunteers on the Way!
Posted 07 July 2026 Next Gen Volunteers on the Way!

Celebrating the success of a project designed to connect young people with rewarding volunteering opportunities.

2026 Community Grants - Local Ideas, Local Impact
Posted 06 July 2026 2026 Community Grants - Local Ideas, Local Impact

"Strong communities are built by people who care enough to get involved – and our region is full of passionate people!" Cr Obourne.

FREE School Holiday Events!
Posted 01 July 2026 FREE School Holiday Events!

Not long till the fantastic Neon Showdown and Winter Wonderland events!

Caring for the Pines
Posted 29 June 2026 Caring for the Pines

Arborist-guided maintenance for key community trees

Neon Showdown – Less Than Two Weeks Away!
Posted 24 June 2026 Neon Showdown – Less Than Two Weeks Away!

Youth ideas come to life in an unmissable event

Esperance Museum Celebrates 50 Years!
Posted 19 June 2026 Esperance Museum Celebrates 50 Years!

Be part of Esperance history - 50 Voices, countless stories

5 Tonne Load Limit
Posted 19 June 2026 5 Tonne Load Limit

UPDATE - to be lifted from 12 today Friday 19 July, click through for more details

Road Closure - Merivale Road
Posted 17 June 2026 Road Closure - Merivale Road

UPDATE - will reopen at 10am Monday 22 June

BBQ With A View
Posted 17 June 2026 BBQ With A View

Inclusive design meets coastal living

Wylie Bay Waste Facility CLOSED
Posted 17 June 2026 Wylie Bay Waste Facility CLOSED

Wednesday 17 June 2026

James Street Cultural Precinct Development Application
Posted 12 June 2026 James Street Cultural Precinct Development Application

Development Application enters public submission phase

Observatory Beach Access Closed for Repairs
Posted 11 June 2026 Observatory Beach Access Closed for Repairs

Shire working to restore beach access after storm damage

Shared Path Upgrade – Milner Street to Freeman Street
Posted 09 June 2026 Shared Path Upgrade – Milner Street to Freeman Street

Works are planned to begin on or after 9 June 2026.

Safety First: Shire Takes Proactive Steps
Posted 08 June 2026 Safety First: Shire Takes Proactive Steps

Library relocation plans prioritise safety, access and service continuity

Proposed Activities in Thoroughfares & Public Places & Trading Amendment
Posted 04 June 2026 Proposed Activities in Thoroughfares & Public Places & Trading Amendment Local Law

Open for Comment till 4pm Monday, 20 July 2026.

5 Tonne Load Limit
Posted 03 June 2026 5 Tonne Load Limit

UPDATE now available, click through for details

Overflow Season Overview
Posted 27 May 2026 Overflow Season Overview

2025–26 Overflow Campground season wrap up

Development Application - Open for Public Comment
Posted 26 May 2026 Development Application - Open for Public Comment

Development Application for James Street Cultural Precinct

Bike Tracks Open!
Posted 15 May 2026 Bike Tracks Open!

Something for Everyone at Lalor Park

Thanks to You: Improving Our Parks and Playgrounds
Posted 11 May 2026 Thanks to You: Improving Our Parks and Playgrounds

Your ideas making better play spaces

Help Shape Mobile Trading Rules in Esperance
Posted 08 May 2026 Help Shape Mobile Trading Rules in Esperance

We want to hear from businesses, traders and the community

Special Council Meeting
Posted 01 May 2026 Special Council Meeting

Tuesday, 5 May 2026 at 10.30am

Voices of Women in Service
Posted 14 April 2026 Voices of Women in Service

Join us for conversation, connection and remarkable local stories.

Improving Local Roads and Footpaths
Posted 14 April 2026 Improving Local Roads and Footpaths

Asphalting works now underway, with traffic management in place

Commencement of Unrestricted Burning Time (Urban-Rural Zone)
Posted 13 April 2026 Commencement of Unrestricted Burning Time (Urban-Rural Zone)

Landowners and occupiers in the Urban-Rural Zone longer required to obtain a permit to burn - minimum conditions still apply.

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.

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