The Prohibited Burning Period has been extended up to and including Sunday 29th of March, 2026.

Check out the February edition of our Denmark Direct E-Newsletter, where you can find the key updates, events and stories shaping our community this month.

A new agreement to significantly expand our town’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure has been endorsed by the Shire of Denmark Council, with specialist provider eLumina.

The Shire of Denmark Council has paved the way for more accessible community services and better use of local facilities by endorsing a series of exciting relocations that will strengthen service delivery of the Denmark Library and Denmark Arts, ensuring our community continues to benefit from these integral public spaces.

The Shire of Denmark advises that Stage 2 of the Mount Shadforth Road Reconstruction Project is scheduled to commence shortly. This work forms part of the broader road reconstruction project along Mount Shadforth Road, and involves significant upgrades to improve road safety, resilience and overall driving conditions along this important local route.

The second round of the Shire of Denmark’s Community Grants program, which supports local not-for-profit groups to deliver projects that benefit the Denmark community, is now open.

Check out the January edition of our Denmark Direct E-Newsletter, where you can find the key updates, events and stories shaping our community this month.

The Shire Administration Building, Denmark Library, Recreation Centre and Depot will be closed to the public on Monday 26 January.

Enjoy a morning of food and community vibes this Australia Day at the Peaceful Bay RSL.

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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.