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The Shire of Northam is currently in a PROHIBITED BURNING PERIOD as of 18th November 2023. All burning is strictly not allowed and all signs of smoke/fire should be reported to 000 immediately. For more information please click HERE.
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!
๐๐๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง: ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ค๐ ๐๐ญ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐ & ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐๐ง ๐๐จ๐๐ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ ๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ฎ๐ฉ๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐ Please be advised that Peel Street Bridge, Northam is required to be closed on ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฌ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐ง๐๐ฌ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ญ๐ก ๐๐๐ญ๐จ๐๐๐ซ for Water Corporation upgrades - one lane will remain open at peak school traffic times.
In accordance with the adopted Council Plan 2022 โ 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.
The summer months are just around the corner, so it's not too late to ensure that your pool and spa fencing is in compliance.
It was incredibly tough to select a winner. So many breathtaking submissions to the photo competition over the Women's World Hot-Air Ballooning Championship and Northam Festival of Ballooning.
Last week the Shire of Northam was recognised at the 2023 WasteSorted Awards for their outstanding achievement for its Old Quarry Road Transfer Station and Northam Re-Store Project receiving the Regional Local Government/Regional Council Award.
We are pleased to announce that the Northam Aquatic Facility will be opening on Monday 18th September 2023!
With the adoption of 2023/2024 Budget, you may notice there are changes to your Waste Management Fees.
The Shire of Northam is offering free lifetime animal registration for concession card and pensioners
The State Government is introducing the most significant reforms of local government in 25 years.ย
An update to the Corporate Business Plan component of the Shire of Northamโs Council Plan 2022 - 2032 has occurred.
The Shire of Northam is pleased to announce it will welcome Debbie Terelinck as the new Chief Executive Officer.ย
Northam is home to a new short stay RV park on Mitchell Avenue within walking distance of the main shopping and retail areas. The space is situated directly behind the old Northam Swimming Pool site (currently under construction).
Would you like to receive your rates notice in a convenient electronic form? Then follow this link to sign-up for Shire of Northam e-Rates. By choosing e-Rates you will be assisting the environment by reducing the impact on trees, plastic, water, greenhouse gas emissions and landfill waste which is all part of paper, envelope, printer cartridge and stamp production.
Itโs that time to get your thinking caps on and start brainstorming ideas for your float in the annual Bilya River Festival (Avon Descent) Street Parade!
The Shire of Northam is working with Westgrow Farm Trees to provide a selection of native trees and shrubs for landowners to plant on their property as part of the Shireโs Native Tree Subsidy Program.
Itโs never great to wake up to rain on the morning of a major event. However we have spoken to our meteorologist and the conditions for 5pm onwards look much better with rain easing throughout the day. All our entertainment is booked: live music, carnival rides, roaming entertainment, food trucks, interactive stalls and more. Our balloon pilots are here and a glow is still planned for after sunset. Come along and enjoy the atmosphere and may the weather-gods shine well upon us.
We are looking forward to welcoming you to Northam for The Elevate Festival tomorrow - Saturday May 6th at 5pm @ Henry Street Oval.
Join us on Wednesday 10th May for a stargazing evening on Bernard Park, in the beautiful Avon Valley. If you are here for the National Ballooning Championships or haven't had the chance to wonder at our incredible night sky in Northam then here is your chance.
Wundowie Oval has been allocated for overflow camping during the National Ballooning Championships from 6th - 13th May 2023.