News

The Shire of Denmark invites the public to a community conversation on tourism in August, to discuss the Shire’s role in tourism and the future of the Visitor Centre building.

The data is in from Weedon Hill, Ocean Beach and Peaceful bay! Join us to find out more.

The Irwin Inlet will be opened on Wednesday 29th July, timed with the ebbing tide.

The Shire of Denmark has given its in-principle support to the Denmark Chamber of Commerce to develop a new tourism model ahead of the Amazing South Coast Tourism Inc’s closure of the Denmark Visitor Centre on July 31.

Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions have revised the re-opening date of William Bay National Park to late August.

The Shire will be spraying herbicide in rural and urban road verges in Denmark after 1st September 2020. Applications are invited for properties to be placed on the No Spray Register.

Our Local Planning Strategy guides the vision for the size, look and feel of our town centre, rural villages, farmland and natural areas. It's being reviewed, and we want to know your ideas.

Read the latest statement from the Amazing South Coast Inc on visitor servicing for Denmark.

Read about the Water Quality Improvement Plan and take the survey - led by the Dpt of Water and Environmental Regulation and Wilson Inlet Catchment Committee.

The Shire hereby gives notice to ratepayers of its intention to impose differential rates for each category in the 2020/21 financial year.

Council will meet on Tuesday 4 August to adopt the 2020/21 Municipal Budget. The public are welcome to attend.

The sandbar will be opened on Friday morning, 3rd July 2020.

The Denmark airstrip has received a lighting upgrade that will draw less power and increase reliability, thanks to the efforts of the Denmark Airport Association.

Denmark Recreation Centre staff look forward to welcoming back customers with the gym reopening on Monday 29th June.

After a unique and challenging school term, students and teachers are looking forward to the school holidays beginning Friday 3rd July 2020. The Shire of Denmark is asking all drivers to take extra care during this period.

Lights Beach is closer to receiving a much-needed upgrade, with Council adopting a concept plan that will make the site more sustainable and accessible for visitors.

After twelve weeks of offerings, the Shire of Denmark's Connected Community program will wrap up this month as venues and facilities reopen under easing restrictions.

The Shire of Denmark has been selected as one of six Local Governments in Australia to share its response to COVID-19, after being recognised for its work during the Pandemic.

Fitness classes, including the crèche, will be available from Monday 22nd June, with the gym remaining closed until restrictions ease further.

Please help us, to help you. What do communities need from Local Government? Where should we prioritise our efforts to help with the response and recovery to COVID-19 impacts? Please take the time to tell us.

This month Water Corporation are replacing fire hydrants in Denmark, to improve reliability of water supply.

An exciting opportunity exists for young people of Denmark to complete a Certificate II in Leadership and take part in an innovative community project.

Phase 3 of the easing of COVID-19 restrictions for WA starts Saturday 6th June 2020. Find out what this means for you.

Shire of Denmark staff and Councillors farewell Honorary Freeman of the Municipality Mrs Eileen Lunan, as we celebrate and reflect on her life and contribution to the Denmark community.

The Shire of Denmark welcomes Emma Holliday to the Ranger Service team this week, who stepped up from her administrative support role to help safeguard the community.

If you are a farmer, farm worker or farm supplier/contractor who is doing it tough because of the drought, you may be entitled to receive a one-off payment of up to $3,000.

The Greenskills Tip Shop will reopen from 12pm, Monday 25th May 2020. Please respect signage and staff directions.

The Denmark Recreation Centre is working on a plan to re-open, following the release of the State Government’s COVID-19 Roadmap.

19 year old Cody was announced this year's Sober Super Hero - an initiative by the Denmark Roadwise Committee that rewards young drivers and their passengers who do the right thing.