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James Street Cultural Precinct Success
Posted 09 January 2025 James Street Cultural Precinct Success

Council and the Shire heartily congratulate all involved in this historic achievement.

Caring For Community Health – Supporting Food Safety Culture
Posted 07 January 2025 Caring For Community Health – Supporting Food Safety Culture

Shire of Esperance Environmental Health officers prioritise support for food businesses and community organisations that handle food.

Preventable Tragedy at Salmon Beach
Posted 07 January 2025 Preventable Tragedy at Salmon Beach

Statement from Esperance Shire President and Esperance Police OIC

Housing a Barrier to Business Growth and Key Service Delivery in Esperance
Posted 03 January 2025 Housing a Barrier to Business Growth and Key Service Delivery in Esperance

The Shire of Esperance has pledged $3 million, but additional funding is needed from the State Government to make the project viable for our community.

Total Fire Ban / Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban
Posted 01 January 2025 Total Fire Ban / Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban

HVMB lifted in all areas.

Discover the Magic of Reading!
Posted 31 December 2024 Discover the Magic of Reading!

The Esperance Public Library is thrilled to bring the Summer Reading Quest to our vibrant community once again!

Partnership for Pool Play
Posted 29 December 2024 Partnership for Pool Play

Bay of Isles Leisure Centre staff recently jumped at the opportunity to offer free pool access to eligible children under the KidSport Regional Pool Program.

Events Roundup
Posted 24 December 2024 Events Roundup

The Community Development team flew over the finish line of another marathon effort with their end of year events!

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban
Posted 24 December 2024 Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban

Updated: 2:31pm

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Bans
Posted 23 December 2024 Harvest & Vehicle Movement Bans

Christmas Day - Wednesday, 25 December 2024 / New Year's Day - Wednesday, 1 January 2025

Roads Program & Project Update
Posted 17 December 2024 Roads Program & Project Update

In our final update of 2024 - read through and see what our Asset Team has been up to:

Christmas / New Year Operating Hours
Posted 13 December 2024 Christmas / New Year Operating Hours

Esperance Indoor Stadium Update – Flooring Materials On Site
Posted 10 December 2024 Esperance Indoor Stadium Update – Flooring Materials On Site

Work on replacement of the sports flooring for our top-class Indoor Stadium continues.

Proposed Bush Fire Brigades Local Law
Posted 06 December 2024 Proposed Bush Fire Brigades Local Law

Open for Comment

Evacuation Centre
Posted 30 November 2024 Evacuation Centre

CLOSED

Bushfire Advice
Posted 30 November 2024 Bushfire Advice

Achieved - Permanent Extended Holiday Retail Trading Hours!
Posted 28 November 2024 Achieved - Permanent Extended Holiday Retail Trading Hours!

Permanent extended retail hours for the summer and Easter holiday seasons are now in effect, following consultation with community and stakeholders.

Youth Leaders Day
Posted 25 November 2024 Youth Leaders Day

Every year, our up and coming Leaders from schools across the region gather at the Shire Council Chambers for team building and leadership exercises

Cruise Season in Esperance: Opportunities for Local Businesses and
Photo Credit: Tourism WA
Posted 19 November 2024 Cruise Season in Esperance: Opportunities for Local Businesses and Community

Cruise ships boost Esperance's economy by increasing demand for local services and businesses. Read more to see how you can be involved:

Esperance Priority Projects
Posted 15 November 2024 Esperance Priority Projects

Council and the Shire prioritise key projects, developed to help secure State and Federal Government support for improved education, transport, and amenities.

Advocacy All Round
Posted 13 November 2024 Advocacy All Round

Council are advocating for cheaper, easier to understand Local Government election processes, and less red tape

Thinking about importing a small dwelling or building?
Posted 08 November 2024 Thinking about importing a small dwelling or building?

Do your due diligence - we don’t want your build budget to blow out!

November Asphalt Program
Posted 06 November 2024 November Asphalt Program

Commencement of Prohibited Burning Time
Posted 06 November 2024 Commencement of Prohibited Burning Time

Prohibited Burning will commence from: Midnight Thursday, 7 November 2024.

Your Time to Shine - Esperance Public Library
Posted 04 November 2024 Your Time to Shine - Esperance Public Library

Sharing what areas of the Shire do and services they provide.

Adoption of Additional Fees & Charges - Temporary Accommodation
Posted 04 November 2024 Adoption of Additional Fees & Charges - Temporary Accommodation

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban
Posted 01 November 2024 Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban

LIFTED. Please proceed with caution until cooler temperatures move across the Shire.

State Government Changes Definition of Tiny Houses on Wheels
Posted 01 November 2024 State Government Changes Definition of Tiny Houses on Wheels

CWA - Celebrating 100 Years
Posted 23 October 2024 CWA - Celebrating 100 Years

The Shire hosted a celebratory morning tea to mark 100 years of the CWA in Western Australia on 15 October.

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban
Posted 20 October 2024 Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban

Harvest & Vehicle Movement Ban LIFTED

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