Recreation Services

School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids
Posted 02 September 2025 School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids

We've got you sorted for what to do locally with your kids these school holidays

Denmark Public Library Birdwatching Kits Recognised at State Awards
Posted 28 August 2025 Denmark Public Library Birdwatching Kits Recognised at State Awards

The Denmark Public Library’s innovative Birdwatching Kits initiative has received a commendation at the prestigious 2025 Library Board of Western Australia Awards, held on 31 July at the State Library of Western Australia as part of Library and Information Week.

Council Votes Against Aquatic Facility Development
Posted 13 August 2025 Council Votes Against Aquatic Facility Development

The Shire of Denmark Council voted not to proceed with plans to proceed with the development of a local aquatic facility or undertake community consultation on the proposal at this time, at a Special Meeting held on Tuesday, 12 August.

Special Meeting of Council
Posted 07 August 2025 Special Meeting of Council

A Special Meeting of Council will be held on Tuesday, 12 August 2025, in the Council Chambers, 953 South Coast Highway, Denmark, commencing at 5.00pm.

Community Grants First Round Applications Now Open
Posted 01 August 2025 Community Grants First Round Applications Now Open

The Shire of Denmark’s Community Grants program, which supports local not-for-profit groups deliver projects that benefit the Denmark community, is now open and over $50,000 is available—more than double the funding previously committed by the Shire.

Library Services Set to Transform with Planned Move to Visitor’s Centre
Posted 30 July 2025 Library Services Set to Transform with Planned Move to Visitor’s Centre

The Shire of Denmark is set to upgrade our community services with a decision to relocate the Denmark Public Library to the current Visitor Centre site.

Annual Budget Adopted by Council, Securing Funding for Community Priorities
Posted 30 July 2025 Annual Budget Adopted by Council, Securing Funding for Community Priorities

The Shire of Denmark has adopted its 2025/2026 Annual Budget, reaffirming its commitment to delivering services and infrastructure aligned with community priorities.

Council to Consider Plans on Long-Debated Aquatic Facility
Posted 30 July 2025 Council to Consider Plans on Long-Debated Aquatic Facility

The Shire of Denmark is reconsidering a long-standing community aspiration: the development of an indoor heated aquatic facility.

New Youth Fitness Programs Fuel Confidence And Mental Wellbeing
Posted 03 July 2025 New Youth Fitness Programs Fuel Confidence And Mental Wellbeing

Two innovative, free 10-week fitness programs are making waves at the Denmark Recreation Centre by transforming how our younger community members build their physical and mental strength.

Expression of Interest - Contract Fitness Instructors
Posted 26 June 2025 Expression of Interest - Contract Fitness Instructors

The Shire of Denmark Recreation Centre is seeking enthusiastic and experienced Contract Fitness Instructors to deliver high-quality group fitness classes across our fitness program.

Martial Arts Course For Seniors Promotes Empowerment Through Movement
Posted 09 June 2025 Martial Arts Course For Seniors Promotes Empowerment Through Movement

For the last few weeks, members of the Shire of Denmark’s senior community have been gathering every Friday morning to throw punches and share a laugh, thanks to a free 10-week Martial Arts for Seniors course, provided by the Denmark Recreation Centre.

School Holiday Program Flyer: Get Your Activity Featured
Posted 15 May 2025 School Holiday Program Flyer: Get Your Activity Featured

Contact Community Services before Wednesday 4th June to be featured for free.

New Connection Opens For Springdale Residents
Photo Credit: Serena Kirby
Posted 09 May 2025 New Connection Opens For Springdale Residents

The residents of Springdale now have a new way of safely accessing the Denmark townsite, with today’s opening of the completed South Coast Highway (Springdale Beach) Shared Path connecting Woodward Heights to the existing path at the Denmark Cemetery.

School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids
Posted 18 March 2025 School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids

We've got you sorted for what to do locally with your kids these school holidays

Berridge Park Revitalisation Plan Now Fully Funded
Posted 03 February 2025 Berridge Park Revitalisation Plan Now Fully Funded

The Shire of Denmark’s Berridge Park Precinct Development project is now fully funded after an additional $2,197,666 was awarded by the Federal Government’s Growing Regions Program and following the announcement of a Lotterywest grant of $2,857,500 and $697,666 from the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund awarded last year.

Council Approves Lease of McLean House to Denmark Dance Company
Posted 30 January 2025 Council Approves Lease of McLean House to Denmark Dance Company

The Shire of Denmark Council has approved the lease of McLean House to Denmark Dance Company (DDC) marking a significant milestone for DDC and promising a vibrant future for youth-focused services and activities in Denmark.

Massive Funding Announcement a Win for Berridge Park Revitalisation
Posted 16 December 2024 Massive Funding Announcement a Win for Berridge Park Revitalisation

$2,857,500 grant awarded by Lotterywest ensures $5m project will go ahead

Respectful Relations Program Launched with 16 Laps for 16 Days in WA
Posted 03 December 2024 Respectful Relations Program Launched with 16 Laps for 16 Days in WA

Community clubs united last week to take a stand against family and domestic violence

Ocean Beach Redevelopment Project Update
Posted 31 October 2024 Ocean Beach Redevelopment Project Update

Important community update about progress at Ocean Beach

New Policies Ensure Transparency When Spending Public Funds
Posted 30 August 2024 New Policies Ensure Transparency When Spending Public Funds

Community Contributions Policy and Property Management Policy adopted

Draft Council Policies Out for Public Comment
Posted 02 July 2024 Draft Council Policies Out for Public Comment

Community Contributions Policy and Property Management Policy out for review

Turner Road Trails Concept Plan: Out for Comment
Posted 19 June 2024 Turner Road Trails Concept Plan: Out for Comment

Concept plan and supporting documentation now available on Your Denmark

School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids
Posted 18 June 2024 School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids

We've got you sorted for what to do locally with your kids these school holidays

Partial Funding Secured for Berridge Park Revitalisation
Posted 26 March 2024 Partial Funding Secured for Berridge Park Revitalisation

Construction to begin in 2025 thanks to $697,666 State Government grant

School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids
Posted 11 March 2024 School Holiday Program: Find a Local Activity for Your Kids

We've got you sorted for what to do these upcoming school holidays

McLean Oval Recycled Wastewater Irrigation Project Operating
Posted 11 March 2024 McLean Oval Recycled Wastewater Irrigation Project Operating

Denmark's McLean Oval to be kept green by recycled wastewater

Community Citizen of the Year Award Nominations Open
Posted 01 March 2024 Community Citizen of the Year Award Nominations Open

Nominate someone you know before 31 March to recognise their contribution

Ocean Beach Closure: Long Awaited Project Begins
Posted 22 January 2024 Ocean Beach Closure: Long Awaited Project Begins

Works to begin on 12 February, with contractors to close site until further notice

Nornalup Jetty Project Delayed, On Track for January Completion
Posted 18 December 2023 Nornalup Jetty Project Delayed, On Track for January Completion

Substantial progress made on the construction and installation of all-abilities jetty

International Day of People with Disability 2023: Family Fun Walk
Posted 29 November 2023 International Day of People with Disability 2023: Family Fun Walk

Shire and Kwoorabup Community Markets co-host 3 Dec all-abilities event

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