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WALGA have announced a ground breaking project to transition 21 Local Governments in WA include the Shire of Northam to Electric Vehicles (EVs).

The Shire of Northam is one of 11 successful projects in WA to secure funding in the Club Night Lights Program (CNLP) through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC), to upgrade lighting or install new floodlights.

The Regional DAP Agenda for the meeting to be held on 26 March 2024 at 1.00 pm is now available on the DAP website at https://www.planning.wa.gov.au/development-assessment-panels/daps-agendas-and-minutes/regional-agenda-and-minutes. The meeting will consider the development application (ref: DAP/23/0535 - LG: P23011) for the proposed Hydrogen Plant at 131 Northam-York Road, Muluckine.

Please be advised the restricted burning period for the Shire of Northam is now in effect from 15th March 2024. Permits are available to primary producers only and are strictly for pre-season stubble burn.

During April 2024, Killara Adult Day & Respite Centre will be offering opportunities for all eligible seniors to join us and other members of the community to participate in these exciting adventures. Waste no time, numbers are limited.

One of the most exciting weekends in Northam that never fails to impress even the largest petrolhead and motor sport enthusiasts. Heart-pounding classic car action, hill climbs, and flying fifties await! Celebrating Women in Motorsport. Don't miss out - it's all happening on the 27th and 28th of April!

The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that due to weather conditions, the Restricted Burning Period initially scheduled to commence 1 March 2024 has been 𝗗𝗘𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗗 until 15 March 2024.

There is something for everyone this Australia Day in the Shire of Northam as we come together as a community to reflect and respect what it means to be Australian.

It is a fantastic opportunity to acknowledge the contribution of so many dedicated individuals within the Shire of Northam and highlight the importance of the work they do to better our community. In recognition of this great work we would like to give you a snap shot of the work they do within the community as described by the people who nominated. Have a look at the great nominees for the 2024 awards.

Notice is hereby given, in accordance with Section 58 of the Land Administration Act 1997, of the proposed closure of a portion of Clackline-Toodyay Road, Clackline adjoining 190 Clackline-Toodyay Road. The proposed partial road closure is to rectify old historic encroachments of improvements associated with 190 Clackline-Toodyay Road

Join us on Friday 26 January at various locations across the Shire of Northam as we reflect on what it means to be Australian. It's the perfect time to celebrate our rich cultural heritage and acknowledge our Aboriginal history.

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Local Business GDR Civil Contracting Awarded Road Upgrade Contract

The Shire of Northam would like to advise the community of upcoming Harvest, Vehicle, Movement (HVM), and Hot Works (HW) bans will be in place this upcoming festive season.

A timely reminder for residents to dispose of lithium batteries correctly after a rubbish truck fire in a neighbouring Shire this morning. Lithium batteries are found within e-waste components such as vapes, phones, laptops, electric toothbrushes, power tools and solar power back-up storage devices. The disposal of these devices in general waste, including bulk bins, can spark fires within the rubbish trucks. For more information about how you can dispose of E-Waste correctly, please click HERE

Wheatbelt NRM, in partnership with CBH, WEROC, and AROC, are undertaking a corella management project in the central Wheatbelt.   To create a comprehensive plan for managing corellas in the Wheatbelt, NRM need to collect all available information in order to understand how the issue affects your area.

The Royal Life Saving Society WA (RLSSWA) has developed a unique program aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle for children in remote and regional communities. The program encourages aquatic centers to increase participation in swimming and consumption of the recommended daily standard serving of fruit. Take advantage of this FREE program every Tuesday and Thursday from 4pm to 5pm for kids aged 5-17. Enjoy free fruit and a chance to win some exciting prizes.

Northam will be a buzz this weekend with the Sunday Shopday and Christmas markets along Fitzgerald Street to supplement our excellent offering of boutique stores and restaurants in the lead up to Christmas.

The Shire of Northam is inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from local businesses who may be interested in acquiring the parklet currently located outside 122 Fitzgerald Street.

Due to seasonal conditions the Shire of Northam advises it will be entering the PROHIBITED BURNING PERIOD at 0001hrs 18th of November 2023.

The Shire of Northam provides a Bush Fire Information SMS notification service to registered users.

Is the Shire of Northam the best place to live, work and visit? What do we need to focus on improving? By completing the scorecard, you can provide valuable feedback on what you think the Shire of Northam needs to focus on. Whether it's better infrastructure, improved public services or more community events, your input can help shape the future of the Shire.

Results of the Shire of Northam's Local Government Elections 2023.

A review of the Local Planning Strategy has commenced, which is a document that helps guide the long-term land use planning direction for the Shire. This is your opportunity to have your say about the future of Northam!

𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞 𝐒𝐭 𝐩𝐮𝐦𝐩 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 & 𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐦𝐩 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐮𝐩𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 Please be advised that Peel Street Bridge, Northam is required to be closed on 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟏𝐭𝐡 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 for Water Corporation upgrades - one lane will remain open at peak school traffic times.

In accordance with the adopted Council Plan 2022 – 2032, the Shire of Northam is committed to providing the community with regular updates on the number of complaints received and the timeframe for dealing with them.

The Community Grants Program has reopened for 2023. The aim is to strengthen and enhance the social wellbeing, development, and sustainability of the Shire of Northam community.

Each year the Community Citizen of the Year Awards allow us to recognise individuals and organisations who have made notable contribution within the Shire of Northam. It is these people who help make the Shire of Northam such a great place to live and visit. Nominations can be made for contributions to education, health, fundraising, voluntary services, business, sports, arts, the environment, social inclusion or any other area that enhances the well being of the community.