Narrogin, Western Australia - In a momentous event that promises to be etched into the annals of Narrogin's history, the Narrogin Railway Station Restoration Project officially celebrated the return of the iconic steam locomotive PM706, affectionately known as the "Narrogin train," to its rightful home in Narrogin. The announcement was made during the Narrogin Railway Station Restoration Project opening ceremony by Shire President Leigh Ballard.

The Shire of Narrogin is thrilled to announce the success of a State Government Grant application through the Department of Mines Industry Regulation and Safety (DMIRS), a significant step forward in bolstering electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure within the region.

Each year the Shire of Narrogin and Great Southern Waste undertake the burning of the green waste at the Shire’s Refuse Site on White Road in order to reduce the fire hazard at the site prior to the start of the warmer weather.

The highly anticipated exhibition, Living and Working on the Land: A Countrywoman's Passion Revealed, featuring the Carol & Peter Taylor Collection, has officially opened its doors to the public this September. This remarkable collection of landscape paintings has been revealed for only the second time since it was first exhibited in Narrogin in 2016.

The Narrogin Regional Herbarium, a treasure trove of botanical knowledge, is once again open to the public. Located at the Narrogin & Dryandra Visitors Centre, within the newly refurbished Railway Station, this valuable resource promises to be a source of fascination and education for all. This reopening is the culmination of dedicated efforts by various organisations and individuals. The herbarium, which had been housed at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation, and Attractions (DBCA) for many years, was recently gifted to the Shire of Narrogin. Shire President Leigh Ballard in acknowledging the donation, stated “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the former members of the Central South Naturalist Club and to Greg Durrell, Regional Manager of DBCA, for facilitating this significant opportunity to bring the herbarium back into the public domain”.

The Shire of Narrogin is pleased to announce that an agreement has been reached between the Shire and the Y WA through a transition agreement, signifying the conclusion of the Management Agreement pertaining to the Narrogin Regional Leisure Centre. This collaborative agreement reflects the mutual commitment of both parties to ensure the continued well-being and advancement of our community and the operations of the Centre.

Narrogin, 18 August 2023 — Building and Energy, the regulatory authority overseeing safety and compliance in the energy sector, has concluded its comprehensive investigation into the devastating Wickepin-Narrogin bushfire that transpired on 6 February 2022. As a result of the thorough investigation, Building and Energy has initiated legal proceedings against Western Power, a major network operator, for alleged breaches of the Electricity (Network Safety) Regulations 2015. These regulations mandate that network operators take all reasonable measures to ensure that their networks are designed, constructed, operated, and maintained in a manner that guarantees safety.

The Shire of Narrogin, together with Volunteer Chief Bushfire Control Officer Mr Pip Porter, proudly extends gratitude to the State Government’s Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES), for their instrumental support in securing $207,560 under the Mitigation Activity Fund (MAF).

Homecare Newsletter August 2023

The Shire of Narrogin is pleased to announce the adoption of the 2023/24 Annual Budget for the year ending 30 June 2024. The Budget, as prepared, aligns with the Council's strategies and maintains a high level of service across all programs, with a particular focus on road and associated infrastructure improvement, asset renewal, and sustainability.

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Narrogin Narrative July 2023

Narrogin Narrative June 2023

The Shire of Narrogin has come out fully supporting the recent State Government media release announcing the appointment of Agonis Group and Jacobs Australia to conduct a study on the recommissioning of Tier 3 freight rail lines in the Wheatbelt region. This study will assess the Narrogin-Kulin-Wickepin rail lines with the aim of improving road safety and addressing pending looming issues in the district, in particular in relation to the potential risk of up to 500,000 tonnes of white clay (kaolin) coming through the main street of Narrogin Townsite every year, down Kipling Street, a major pedestrian and school bus route, combined with a potentially deadly incline and surrounded by residences.

The Shire of Narrogin is pleased to announce that the new Local Planning Scheme (No. 3) has come into effect on 3 May 2023, replacing the former Town Planning Schemes of the former Town of Narrogin and former Shire of Narrogin. This milestone achievement is the result of extensive collaboration and consultation with the community, stakeholders, and relevant government agencies.

New Venture in Narrogin - Aylmore Fabrication and Welding

Narrogin Narrative February 2023

The Shire of Narrogin held its ever popular Australia Day Community Breakfast on Thursday 26 January 2023 at Alby Park.

In February 2022, catastrophic bushfires raged through the Wheatbelt region destroying over 60,000 hectares in the local government areas of Corrigin, Cuballing, Narrogin, Bruce Rock and Wickepin. The impact of these fires on the agricultural industry was enormous

Please be advised that the Shire of Narrogin’s Administration Office, Works Depot, Library and Jessie House (Office for Homecare) will be closed during the upcoming Christmas period from 3:30pm on Friday 23 December 2022 until reopening at 8.30 am on Tuesday 3 January 2023.

The Shire of Narrogin has recently received a $200 Million Development Application from FutureEnergy Australia (FEA) for the establishment of a Renewable Diesel Biorefinery at Lot 31 Great Southern Highway, a 65ha site, 4km immediately south of the Narrogin Townsite, at the new Narrogin Future Energy Park and serviced by the strategic industrial routes of the Great Southern Highway, and Wanerie Road.

October 2022 Narrogin Narrative

August 2022 Narrogin Narrative

Media Release - Shire of Narrogin 2022/23 Budget adopted.