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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 would like to advise that an online auction is being held for plant and equipment that is currently in the Shire’s possession.
The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that road closures will be in place during the ANZAC Day Parade on 25 April 2024.
The VSCC with support from the Shire of Northam will present this historic annual two-day event from Saturday 27 April to Sunday 28 April 2024. To ensure the safety of spectators, participants and motorists, the following roads are required to be closed.
As the cooler weather approaches, the decision was made to hold one final Aqua Aerobic class this Thursday, 18 April 2024.
Although tempting, by exploring the currently "dry" riverbed, we are disturbing the local wildlife nesting areas and ecological systems.
Council is seeking a suitably qualified Independent Committee Member to sit on our Audit & Risk Management Committee.
Looking to make a difference in the community? Interested in firefighting or emergency response? Come meet the team and learn about joining the Bakers Hill Volunteer Bush Fire Brigade!
The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that a portion of Crorkan Road, Northam will be closed on Tuesday 9 April 2024 between the hours of 10:00am – 6:00pm for a short film project.
Please be advised that the Northam Suspension Bridge is currently closed.
Burning permits will be suspended for the 24 hour period on the following days for the Easter Holiday
The Northam Waterpark's last day of operation will be Sunday, 14 April 2024.
The Wundowie Pool's current swim season ends on Sunday, 7 April 2024. Dive in for one last splash before we close for the season!
The Northam Aquatic Facility will be closed to the public tomorrow from 9:00am - 3:00pm while it hosts a Swimming School Carnival.
The Shire of Northam would like to advise the following closures to facilities over the 2024 Easter period.
The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation (DWER) has asked DLGSC to advise local governments of changes to ban the outdoor use of single-use plastic promotional film for short term applications from June 2024.
The Shire of Northam wishes to advise that works are scheduled to commence on Monday 25 March 2024 between the hours of 9:30am – 1:00pm for the construction of the shared path on Kennedy Street, Northam.
Both the Northam Aquatic Facility and Wundowie Pool will have altered operational hours over the Easter weekend.
If you are a registered Food Business in the Shire of Northam and are yet to start your Food Safety Supervisor training, please see the following from the Central Regional TAFE:
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.
Kidsport enables eligible Western Australian children aged 5 to 18 years to participate in community sport by offering financial assistance of up to $300 per financial year towards club fees.
Rio Tinto's Community Giving program invites local grass-roots organisations to apply for up to $5,000 to support Western Australian communities where we work and live, including those neighbouring our operations and regional FIFO communities.
The Midland and Airport line will close from the evening of Thursday 28 March to first service Monday 8 April 2024 to carry out essential works for the 𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗧 Morley-Ellenbrook Line project.
Dive into the fun with modified volleyball! All seniors aged 55+ and participants of all ages with disabilities are encouraged to join in the fun. Don't miss out – come and experience the joy of modified volleyball today!
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 administration centre is currently closed due to a power outage with all systems affected. As soon as power is restored we will reopen. Phones are still working for telephone enquiries. 9622 6100
To complete the next phase of work, the temporary bypass system which is currently installed over Peel Terrace Bridge needs to be removed. To safely remove the bypass system, Peel Terrace Bridge will be temporarily closed.
The Northam Aquatic Facility will be closed to the public to host upcoming Swimming School Carnival.
Due to the weather conditions tomorrow and it’s risk to the public, the Shire of Northam will be closing both Old Quarry Road and Inkpen Road Waste Management Facilities to the public. We apologise for any inconvenience
The Shire of Northam will be closing both Old Quarry Road and Inkpen Road Waste Management Facilities to the public. The Shire of Northam advises the Department of Fire and Emergency Services have declared a TOTAL FIRE BAN for the Monday, 19th of February 2024 in the Shire of Northam from 0001hrs to 2359hrs, due to EXTREME Fire Weather conditions.