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Reaffirming our commitment to creating an accessible and inclusive community, the Shire of Denmark’s new five-year Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2024–2029 was endorsed by Council, setting out ambitious goals to remove barriers and ensure people with disability have equal access to Shire services, facilities, information, and employment opportunities.

Applicants are advised that due to staff availability, approved long service leave, and Christmas closure, temporary changes will apply to the lodgement and assessment of building permit applications during this period.

The Berridge Park Precinct Redevelopment has taken an exciting step forward after Council awarded the tender for the project to CONVIC Pty Ltd, following a rigorous tender evaluation process.

From today, 16 December to 15 March 2026, it is an offence to light an outdoor fire.

The Shire Administration Building, Recreation Centre, Library and Depot will be closed from the 24 December 2025 to the 5 January 2026.

Due to the upcoming public holidays affecting our usual waste collection services, collections for Thursday, 25 December 2025, and Thursday, 1 January 2026 have been rescheduled.

The Shire of Denmark, along with the Denmark Community Resource Centre, invite everyone to join ‘Denmark Celebrates’, a vibrant event that brings together the Denmark River Arts Markets and the popular community Christmas celebrations.

Following the completion of preliminary repairs, Mitchell Street has been reopened to vehicle access.

The Shire of Denmark advises that, from next year, Practical Driver Assessments will be held on every second Thursday, instead of every second Tuesday, with the first day of assessments scheduled for Thursday, 15 January 2026.

Join us for all inclusive activities and community resource stalls!

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A significant step has been taken toward reconciliation and cultural recognition, with the Shire of Denmark Council formally endorsing the implementation of Aboriginal dual naming across 15 iconic locations within our Shire, including rivers, inlets, hilltops and coastal areas.

Ten community groups have been named as recipients of the 2025/26 Shire of Denmark Community Grants – Round 1, following a thorough application review process.

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The Shire of Denmark is thrilled to announce that, after many months of hard work, Ocean Beach and the Boat Ramp are open once again - just in time for summer.

The official results from the election of the Shire President and Deputy Shire President are now available.

The 2025 Unrestricted Burning Season is coming to an end, with the Shire of Denmark entering the Restricted Burning Period tomorrow, Saturday 1 November.

The newly elected Council for the Shire of Denmark gathered yesterday evening for its first official meeting following the recent Local Government Election.

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The results from the 2025 Shire of Denmark Local Government Election are now available.

The Shire of Denmark welcomes two new community members, along with two returned councillors, to our Shire council, following the finalisation of the results of the 2025 Local Government Election held on Saturday, 18 October.

The annual Seniors Week celebrations are fast approaching, and community members aged 65+ are invited to book their tickets to attend the highlight of the week, the Seniors Week Social Lunch.

The Shire of Denmark Local Government Ordinary Postal Election will close on Saturday, 18 October 2025.

The Shire of Denmark is pleased to confirm that Ocean Beach will reopen to the public on Wednesday, 19 November 2025, following significant progress in the precinct’s redevelopment.

Following extensive community consultation and expert review, the Shire of Denmark Council voted to endorse the updated Mount Hallowell Management Plan, reaffirming its commitment to the long-term protection and sustainable use of one of the region’s most iconic natural landscapes.

The Shire of Denmark has approved a development application for a new shopping centre at Lot 50, on the corner of Hardy Street and South Coast Highway, with key conditions to ensure infrastructure, environmental values, and the vibrancy of our Town Centre are protected.

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The Shire of Denmark is holding an election by postal vote on Saturday, 18 October 2025 to fill vacancies in the offices of Councillors as listed

Denmark residents can cash in or bag a bargain when the Garage Sale Trail, a festival of pre-loved items, returns to the Shire of Denmark this spring.