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Economic growth is our major priority. Find information about residential, commercial and Shire development including town planning, building services, environmental health, economic and business information and support.
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Find information about ranger services, engineering and works, fire and emergency management, rates and access our online services.
Environmental Sustainability | Waterwise | Waste Management
Leading in sustainability.
Community Grants | Holding an Event | Northam Aquatic Facility
The Shire of Northam is a vibrant growing community that is safe, caring and inclusive. Find information for new residents, community services and programs including youth, seniors and access and inclusion.
Events Calendar | Ballooning in Northam | Visit Bilya Koort Boodja
Located in the heart of the picturesque Avon Valley, Northam is home to a diverse range of tourist and heritage attractions, including hot air ballooning, cultural experiences, wildflowers, tours & trails, historic buildings, horse racing, white swans, and much, much more.
The Shire of Northam is currently in a RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD. Burn Permit Applications from outside of the agriculture sector are now being accepted. For more information and to apply for a permit, click HERE.
Get ready for an adrenaline-packed weekend! and join us for two days of FREE motorsport excitement in Northam!
27th April: Mount Ommanney Hill Climb
28th April: Northam Flying 50
Click HERE to find out more
To keep up with all Coronavirus updates for Western Australia please visit https://www.wa.gov.au/government/covid-19-coronavirus
All Shire of Northam facilities remain open as usual. If the situation changes information regarding operational restrictions any changes in hours will be detailed below.
The Shire of Northam is taking expert advice from the Western Australian and Federal Governments, which are guiding the decision making of Council. If the situation changes we are ready to act as necessary to protect our community from the spread of COVID-19.
Please respect your fellow community members and our staff by practicing social distancing, using hand sanitiser provided at all Council venues and signing in via the SafeWA app or manual sign in sheet.
The Shire of Northam strongly encourages residents and organisations who have questions about the COVID19 virus to attain this from one of the following sources;
Western Australian Government - Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Information for Community & Businesses Department of Health (Federal) - Coronavirus (COVID-19) Department of Health (State) - Coronavirus (COVID-19) HealthyWA - Coronavirus (COVID-19) WA Safe Transition Plan
Western Australian Government - Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Information for Community & Businesses
Department of Health (Federal) - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Department of Health (State) - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
HealthyWA - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
WA Safe Transition Plan