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 until 12:00am on 15 May 2024. Please be aware that permits for burning are necessary until May 15, 2024. 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 State Administrative Tribunal (SAT) is an independent body that makes and reviews a range of administrative decisions. These range from reviews of multi-million dollar tax judgments and dog destruction orders to disciplinary proceedings, guardianship questions and town planning and compensation issues.
SAT receives its power to hear matters from a large number of different pieces of legislation – such as the Guardianship and Administration Act 1990, or the Planning and Development Act 2005. Before SAT was established, these were heard by many different government bodies, and SAT was established to make the legal process more efficient, flexible, and informal for parties.
SAT's approach is informal, flexible and transparent. SAT:
SAT's objectives are set out in the State Administrative Tribunal Act 2004.
The main objectives of SAT in dealing with matters within its jurisdiction are:
The following table includes adverse findings of the State Administrative Tribunal for matters relating to the Shire of Northam:
DI TRENTO and SHIRE OF NORTHAM
Findings
BGC QUARRIES (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD and SHIRE OF
NORTHAM & ORS
LAKES ACTION GROUP ASSOCIATION (INCORPORATED)
and SHIRE OF NORTHAM & ANOR
BGC (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD and SHIRE OF NORTHAM
& ORS