The Shire of Denmark acknowledges the importance of the natural environment to the residents of Denmark and the region. We work with residents, relevant agencies and stakeholders to maintain a high standard of environmental protection and its integration with community life.
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Sustainability Strategy and Action Plan
In March 2021, Council adopted our Sustainability Strategy 2021 - 2031. The Strategy is complemented by a Sustainability Action Plan and is being implemented under guidance from the Shire's Sustainable Projects Committee.
The Shire of Denmark's Sustainability Strategy pillars can be viewed below, or via the Climate Action website. To access a broader picture of the Shire's sustainability actions within the regional context, you can visit the South Coast Climate Dashboard.
A local Sustainable Events Policy is in place in the Shire of Denmark.
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Sustainability Pillars
Click on the pillars below to see what the Shire is doing in these areas, other local initiatives and for useful links.
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Related Documents
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Related News
Posted 16 September 2025
Special Meeting of Electors Minutes now Available
The Minutes from the Special meeting of Electors, held on Thursday 11th September, are now available.
Posted 05 September 2025
New Council Plan Sets Strategic Direction for Denmark’s Future
The Shire of Denmark has adopted its new Council Plan, ‘Our Future 2035’, a comprehensive and community-led roadmap that will guide our decision-making and service delivery over the next decade.
Posted 18 August 2025
Treebate Program Offers $150 Rebate for Planting Native Trees
The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) has launched a new initiative to support urban greening across Western Australia.
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.
Posted 18 June 2025
Mt Hallowell Management Plan Final Review Period Commences
The Shire of Denmark has initiated a final round of community consultation, seeking feedback on the Draft Mount Hallowell Management Plan, before it is presented to Council for approval.
Posted 04 February 2025
Kwoorabup Native Tree Nursery Endorsed by Council
The proposal for the Kwoorabup Native Tree Nursery, a project that promises to enhance local biodiversity and support community revegetation efforts, has been endorsed by the Shire of Denmark Council and marks a significant step forward for habitat preservation in our region.
Posted 22 July 2024
Road Verge Spraying Program to Start Soon: Accepting No Spray Applications
Sign up to the No-Spray Register before 4pm 31 August to opt out of spraying program
Posted 28 November 2023
Climate Dashboard Launched to Promote Awareness and Action
Online dashboard created to boost connections with South Coast Alliance funding
Posted 12 December 2022
Action on Sustainability Continues in Denmark
As the year wraps up, the Shire looks back on Sustainability achievements in 2022
Posted 31 March 2022
Sustainable Projects Committee Formed
New committee to develop actions and processes to drive sustainable choices
Community Consultations
In order to achieve good outcomes for our community and for our environment, we regularly engage with our community on topics related to sustainability. Please visit our Your Denmark consultations page for information about current community consultations.
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Contact
Our Sustainability Officer and Sustainable Projects Manager can be reached at (08) 9848 0300 or enquiries@denmark.wa.gov.au.
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