About Shire of Northam | Councillors | Upcoming Meetings
Find information about Council and its functions, meetings and minutes, publications, contacts, employment opportunities, tenders and news.
Building Permits | Development Application | CBD Development & Connectivity Strategy
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.
Report a Problem | Road Construction & Maintenance
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
The Shire of Northam Ranger Services can be contacted on (08) 9622 7267. If your call is not answered immediately please leave a message and Council Officers will return your call as soon as practical.
Rangers are on duty from 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday only. All calls outside these hours will only be responded to in cases of emergencies, such as:
Please call 000 for all other emergencies or if a Ranger does not respond within a short period of time regarding the issues listed above.Ranger Services are responsible for the enforcement of State Government legislation and Council’s Local Laws for controlling dogs and cats, firebreak inspections, stock control, off-road vehicles, litter and parking.
The laws for animal control which Council enforces are set under State Government Legislation. All animals must be confined to the land in which they are kept by adequate fencing.
The Dog Act 1976 and the Cat Act 2011 are the main laws affecting animal owners in the Shire of Northam. For assistance please contact the Rangers on 9622 7267 (which is available after hours for emergencies only).
RESPONSIBLE DOG OWNERSHIP