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You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the local government elections on 18 October 2025 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the Shire of Wickepin.

Council seeks expressions of interest from qualified persons to manage the Wickepin Swimming Pool on a continual basis ranging from the 1 November – 31st March every year.

The Shire of Wickepin is seeking public comment on our Draft Local Planning Strategy. This is your opportunity to have your say about the future of the district.

The next Local Government ordinary election will be held on Saturday 18th October 2025. This year, the Shire of Wickepin will have four (4) Councillor vacancies, each for a four-year term.

The Shire of Wickepin is looking at adopting our Growth Strategy and wants your feedback and comments. This document is to assist in the development of our townsites and population going into the future.

Public comment is invited on draft Local Planning Policy 103.7 - Wind Farm and Renewable Energy Facility

The Shire of Wickepin is seeking Expressions of Interest from residents interested in the position of Backup/Relief Swimming Pool Manager during periods when the current Swimming Pool Manager is unable to act in this position due to sickness or leave of absence from their duties.

The shire of Wickepin invites expressions of interest for experienced professionals to join its Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee as Independent Members, in the position of Presiding Member and Deputy Presiding Member. This committee supports the Shire in fulfilling its responsibilities for oversight in areas such as internal external audits, financial reporting and risk management in compliance with the Local Government Act 1995 and associated regulations.

In accordance with section 3.12(6) of the Local Government Act 1995, public notice is hereby given that the Shire of Wickepin has resolved to adopt the Shire of Wickepin Parking and Parking Facilities Local Law 2024.

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The Shire of Wickepin is pleased to announce the appointment of David Burton as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Written expressions of interests are required to be submitted by the 12th March 2025 for the lease of portion of land Lot 9001, Curlew Way, Wickepin - Known as "English Land Estate" for cropping purposes.

In accordance with section 5.27 of the Local Government Act 1995 the Shire of Wickepin invites electors to attend the Annual General Meeting of Electors.

A great opportunity has arisen for a community focused and strategic Local Government Executive to join the Shire of Wickepin as their new Chief Executive Officer to support the vision of the Shire.

Heatwave and Storm warning issued by the Bureau of Meteorology for Lower West and Central Wheatbelt from Monday 20th January - Wednesday 22nd January 2025.

The Shire of Wickepin is seeking a competent and enthusiastic Customer Service Officer to join our team on a 12 month Maternity Relief period.

Following are the operational hours for the Administration Office, Swimming Pool and Waste Facilities.

Additional Caravan Park Amenities Charge

Invitation for Public Comments on Agroforestry/Tree Planting Proposal development application

It is hereby notified for public information, in accordance with section 87 of the Planning and Development Act 2005 that the Minister for Planning approved the Local Planning Scheme No. 4 Amendment No. 3

The Wickepin Shire is pleased to announce the successful application for funding through the Club Night Lights Program, which provides $14,309 towards the lighting upgrade at the Wickepin Tennis Club.

Written Submissions, amendments or further requests are invited on the Draft Local Heritage Survey (LHS). Responses due by close of business, 24th September 2024.

Adopted 2024/2025 Schedule of Fees and Charges

Public comment is invited on the received Planning Development Application proposing a Worker's Accommodation at Lot 55 Williams-Kondinin Rd, Wickepin.

Written submissions are invited on the proposed new Parking and Parking Facilities Local Law 2024, and Fencing Local Law 2024.

Wickepin Shire has activated a contingency plan to establish a temporary waste site for use by local residents.

Further Update – Fire at Wickepin Waste Site

Update – Fire at Wickepin Waste Site The Wickepin Waste has been closed since 5 January due to a fire. The waste site will remain closed to the public until it is determined to be safe for all users

It is hereby notified for public information that in accordance with Section 75 of the Planning and Development Act 2005, the Shire of Wickepin has resolved to amend Town Planning Scheme No 4