Public Notices

The Water Corporation have advised that they will conducting smoke testing in the wastewater system in Northam as part of a project to see how it can be better protected from storm water intrusion during heavy rainfall events. 

The Shire of Northam gives notice of its intention to impose fees and charges

Northam Aquatic Centre closed to the public for a Swimming Carnival Sunday 29 January until 5pm

A local government extraordinary election will be held on Thursday, 16 March 2023 in the Shire of Northam to fill the West Ward vacancy.

The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that the RV park and dump point installation, to be located behind the Old Northam Pool site, will be commencing in February 2023, pending contractors’ availability and weather permitting.

Share your thoughts on the Shire of Northam Waste Management Facilities with this QR code.

The Shire of Northam wishes to advise residents and visitors to the Northam Recreation and Aquatic Centre for the 2023 WA Country Championships that Peel Street will be closed to vehicles from the 13th -15th January.

You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the local government extraordinary election on 16 March 2023 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the West Ward of the Shire of Northam.

The Shire of Northam gives notice of its intent to dispose of the following land by lease in accordance with section 3.58(3) of the Local Government Act 1995:

Fire Mitigation Services on behalf of Shire of Northam will be starting Fire Mitigation Works in the listed areas from Tuesday 3rd of January.

The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that road rehabilitation works on Grass Valley North Road, Southern Brook are programmed to commence the week of 13 December 2022, subject to weather permitting.

A portion of Wellington Street between Glass Avenue and Hatton Street will be temporarily closed due to unforeseen circumstances surrounding the road improvement works along this area.

Please be advised that a portion of the footpath immediately in front of 190 Fitzgerald Street, Northam will be closed to pedestrians on the dates/times listed.

A Total Fire Ban (TFB) has been declared for the Shire of Northam for Wednesday 30th November 2022. For more information and to stay up to date visit the DFES website at https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/hazard-information/bushfire/total-fire-ban

Please be advised that at the Ordinary Council meeting held on 16 November 2022, Council endorsed the following dates for its 2023 Council meetings;

The Shire of Northam now has a pool inspection booking form within the website.

Due to urgent maintenance works, the Shire of Northam will be closing the Liquid Waste Facility at the Old Quarry Waste Management Site from Monday 28 November 2022 – 9 December 2022 inclusive, subject to further notice.

Council wards and numbers to change at 2023 local government elections

Shire of Northam is excited to announce the new arrival of four new baby swans (cygnets) born 5 November 2022. Sadly, we have reports of deplorable behaviour towards the wildlife.

The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that road rehabilitation works on Wellington Street, Northam have been delayed due to the forecast weather. The works will be rescheduled for a later date. 

The Shire of Northam gives notice of its intent to dispose of the following land by lease in accordance with section 3.58(3) of the Local Government Act 1995:

Do you need a Fire Permit? If you are wanting to burn garden refuse, you can do so without the need for a permit providing your meet the following criteria.

The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that road rehabilitation works on Wellington Street, Northam are programmed to commence the week of 14 November 2022, subject to weather permitting.

The Fire Danger Rating for the "Avon" Fire weather district for Friday Nov 4th 2022, is "High", all permits are hereby suspended and no fires including 1m3 refuse burns are permitted for the entirety of today.

DOES YOUR SWIMMING POOL FENCE COMPLY? Shire of Northam Officers conduct swimming pool inspections all year round

The Shire of Northam will soon be accepting dish & air care, dental care, toys and writing instruments for recycling at the RE-Store.

The Inkpen Waste Management Facility is going cashless from Thursday 1st December 2022 This means that ONLY EFTPOS services will be available.

Works on the West bound lane on Peel St Bridge at Broome Terrace were completed yesterday. Repairs to the footpath are now taking place and are expected to be completed today.