Culture and Community

Culture and Community is a Sustainability Pillar in our Sustainability Strategy 2021 - 2031. The relevant key principle is: 'We value our community's cultural knowledge and sharing this with future generations'.  Our objectives related to this pillar are:

  • Build a skilled, confident, and knowledgeable workforce who can positively respond to the challenges of sustainability and climate change
  • Commit to a culture of sustainability embedded into all Council activities led by the Shire Executive
  • Promote sustainable best practice within the broader community
  • Work collaboratively with the indigenous population and develop best practice indigenous engagement and recognition strategies
  • Work with our young people to develop a vibrant youth space in our community
  • Embrace inclusivity and ensure availability and access of infrastructure and services to all minority groups including disadvantaged, and people with disabilities
  • Promote partnerships with not-for-profits to deliver Shire activities and assist with infrastructure requirements that support sustainable principles
  • Establish a community volunteering model that will provide long-term support to community groups

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What We're Doing

Some current projects related to the Culture and Community pillar include:

  • The Shire of Denmark is a proud member of Reconciliation WA
  • Community engagement began in 2023 for the first stage of the concept designing for the revitalisation of Berridge Park.
  • In 2023/24 a major review of our Disability Access and Inclusion Plan will be carried out. More information about Inclusion is available on our Access and Inclusion page.
  • In 2024, we will be developing our first Youth Strategy! 
Berridge Park Revitalisation Gets Underway
Posted 23 September 2026 Berridge Park Revitalisation Gets Underway

The fences are up, the construction team is on site, and work is officially underway for the $5.5 million revitalisation of Berridge Park

Denmark Christmas Festival 2026 Expressions of Interest Open: Vendors
Posted 23 September 2026 Denmark Christmas Festival 2026 Expressions of Interest Open: Vendors

Musicians, entertainers, market stall holders, food and drink vendors invited to participate for FREE

Denmark Bushfire Ready Team Earns State Award
Posted 23 September 2026 Denmark Bushfire Ready Team Earns State Award

2026 Resilient Australia WA Community Award presented to Denmark Bushfire Ready team

Denmark Library Celebrates Book Week 2026
Posted 17 September 2026 Denmark Library Celebrates Book Week 2026

Colourful costumes, class visits and a special visit from an author

Garage Sale Trail 2026 Registrations Now Open
Posted 17 September 2026 Garage Sale Trail 2026 Registrations Now Open

Two weekends in November to host a sale, snag a bargain and contribute to the circular economy

Term 3 School Holiday Program
Posted 08 September 2026 Term 3 School Holiday Program

Find a fun activity for your kids these school holidays with a range of local programs and events

First Round of 2026-27 Community Grants Applications Now Open
Posted 02 September 2026 First Round of 2026-27 Community Grants Applications Now Open

Pool of $30,000 available! Applications close 4pm Friday 28 September.

2026-2027 Annual Budget Adopted by Council
Posted 12 August 2026 2026-2027 Annual Budget Adopted by Council

Major road upgrades, new Library and recreation infrastructure feature in new Budget

Berridge Park Redevelopment Due to Begin this Month
Posted 11 August 2026 Berridge Park Redevelopment Due to Begin this Month

Contractors set to take site ownership this month with fencing and demolition to mark start of exciting project

Kooryunderup / Mt Hallowell Management Plan 2025-2035 Complete
Posted 16 July 2026 Kooryunderup / Mt Hallowell Management Plan 2025-2035 Complete

Ministerial approval has been granted to new management plan for beloved local reserve

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Other Local Initiatives

Information about relevant Shire supported and community-led initiatives related to the Culture and Community pillar will be listed here.

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Contact

Our Sustainability Officer and Community Development Officer can be reached at (08) 9848 0300 or info@denmark.wa.gov.au 

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