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The Shire of Narrogin invites Expressions of Interest to lease the Shire-owned property located at 39 Federal Street, Narrogin. This prominent corner property offers exceptional visibility and exposure in the heart of the Narrogin Town Centre. The premises include a large open-plan area, multiple office spaces, and excellent street frontage, ideally suited for a range of commercial, retail or professional uses. The Shire welcomes proposals from commercial tenants and service providers seeking a well-located space to establish or expand their operations within Narrogin’s vibrant commercial precinct.

The Shire of Narrogin invites Expressions of Interest to lease the Soldiers Memorial Hall, located at 29 Egerton Street, Narrogin. This landmark heritage building, formerly the Returned & Services League of Australia (RSL) Hall, is a prominent and recognisable property within the Narrogin town centre. The premises feature a large open hall area, kitchen facilities, and supporting office and storage rooms, offering flexibility for a range of commercial, professional, cultural or community purposes. The Shire welcomes proposals from prospective lessees and service providers who can demonstrate a viable and sustainable use for the facility that complements Narrogin’s town centre and contributes to local activation. Community-based applications will only be considered where the applicant is an incorporated or otherwise approved association under relevant legislation.

The Shire of Narrogin hereby invites nominations from community members to serve as volunteer representatives on the following Council Committees and Reference Groups. Serving as a member is a rewarding way to help guide local decision-making, represent community interests, and contribute to the ongoing development and vibrancy of Narrogin. Townscape Advisory Committee, Australia Day and Honours Advisory Committee, and iCAN (Inclusive Community Advisory Network) Reference Group.

The Shire of Narrogin advises that, in accordance with Section 17 of the Bush Fires Act 1954, the Prohibited Burning Period will commence on Saturday, 1 November 2025, and remain in effect until Sunday, 1 March 2026.

In accordance with section 5.25 of the Local Government Act 1995, the Shire of Narrogin advises that Council Meetings will be held at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers, 89 Earl Street, Narrogin on the following Wednesday evenings in 2026.

The Shire of Narrogin is proud to announce the official reopening of the restored Historic Narrogin Railway Station Goods Shed, to be celebrated with a community Sundowner event on Monday 17 November 2025, from 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm at 21 Fairway Street, Narrogin. The restoration project was proudly funded under the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program – Phase 3. Additional contributions from the Shire funded accessibility upgrades such as a fully accessible ramp and toilet block, as well as exterior painting under the broader scope of the upgrade.

In accordance with Section 4.77 of the Local Government Act 1995, Cr Graham Broad was elected unopposed to the position of Deputy Shire President, at the Shire’s Ordinary Council Meeting held on Wednesday 22 October 2025.

The Western Australian Electoral Commission have formally declared the results of the 2025 local government elections.

The Shire of Narrogin congratulates Roxanne McNab, Murray Fisher and Clive Bartron on their election as Councillors for the Narrogin District, following the election held on 18 October 2025. Each will hold office until 20 October 2029.

We extend our sincere thanks to Glenda for her decade of loyal service and invite the community to join us in congratulating her on this outstanding achievement.

At its meeting on 24 September 2025, the Shire of Narrogin Council resolved to commence a public Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the potential transition of Narrogin Regional Homecare Services to an external, accredited aged care provider. This decision reflects the increasing demand for services, the changing Commonwealth funding environment and heightened regulatory requirements in aged care with the implementation of the new Aged Care Act 2024 and Support at Home from 1 November 2025.

The Shire of Narrogin has cautiously welcomed the approval of the Neoen led Narrogin Wind Farm, the third large-scale renewable energy project to receive development approval in recent months and slated to be located and constructed within the Shire, further cementing the Shire as the centrepiece of the emerging Narrogin Renewable Energy Zone (NREZ).

The Shire of Narrogin invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from accredited and experienced aged care providers to explore the potential transfer of Narrogin Regional Homecare operations to an external, approved provider. This EOI seeks parties capable of maintaining high-quality services, a strong local presence, and seamless continuity for clients and staff.

The Shire of Narrogin is holding an election by postal vote on Saturday, 18 October 2025 to fill vacancies in the offices of President and Councillors as listed. The president has been elected unopposed.

The RDAP/55 Agenda is now available on the DAP website.

The Shire of Narrogin is inviting community feedback on the preferred design for new entry statements for the towns of Narrogin and Highbury. These statements are intended to create a welcoming gateway for visitors and reflect the character of our two towns.

Three long-serving Shire employees celebrated 10 years of dedicated service with a special presentation and morning tea.

The Shire of Narrogin is pleased to announce that Shire President Leigh Ballard has been re-elected unopposed as the Shire’s publicly elected President for a further four-year term, following the close of nominations on Thursday, 4 September 2025.

RESULTS OF ELECTION FOR ROLE OF: President Date of election: 18 October 2025

Nominations of candidates for Local Government Elections commenced 28 August 2025 and close on Thursday 4 September 2025 at 4.00 pm. The Shire of Narrogin has 4 vacant seats on Council, 1 for the seat of Shire President and 3 for the seat of Councillor. The following candidates have nominated for election to be held on Saturday 18 October 2025. Nominations received to date are as follows:

An Ordinary Postal Election will be held on Saturday, 18 October 2025 in the Shire of Narrogin to fill the following vacancies: District 1 President 4 year term District 3 Councillors 4 year terms

The Shire of Narrogin is proud to announce that the R.W (Bob) Farr Memorial Library has been recognised at the prestigious 2025 Library Board Awards, with Library Officer Jared Egerton-Warburton accepting a Special Commendation in the Small Regional Library Category for his outstanding contribution to inclusive early literacy programming. The award acknowledges the success of "Nelly the Numbat’s Key Word Sign Storytimes", an initiative developed by fellow library team member Tegan Winn. This innovative program aims to enhance accessibility and inclusion in early literacy services by incorporating Key Word Sign into regular children’s storytime sessions.

The Shire of Narrogin is pleased to invite community members to participate in an engaging and creative “walkshop” and workshop experience, planned for September 2025. This initiative is part of the revitalisation of Narrogin’s Railway Precinct, including the new pathway, the historic Goods Shed, and surrounding public spaces.

The Shire of Narrogin, in partnership with the Shires of Beverley, Brookton, Pingelly, and Cuballing, is exploring the feasibility of a long-distance walking and cycling trail connecting Beverley and Narrogin — a transformative project that could deliver over 100 kilometres of low-impact, off-road trail through the heart of the Wheatbelt.

A transformative trail project may soon connect the heart of the Wheatbelt, with five local governments — Beverley, Brookton, Pingelly, Cuballing and Narrogin, joining forces to investigate the feasibility of a long-distance walking and cycling trail between Beverley and Narrogin.

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 Narrogin.

The Shire of Narrogin has formally adopted its 2025/26 Annual Budget, highlighting a comprehensive $32.5 million capital works program to address the evolving needs of our growing and diverse community. A key focus of the budget is a $12.5 million investment to unlock residential land and support the delivery of keyworker accommodation, an initiative made possible through sound financial stewardship, leveraging of Commonwealth and State grants and a measured 4% rate increase, in response to ongoing economic pressures and infrastructure demands.

The Shire of Narrogin is pleased to announce that applications for Round 1 of the 2025/26 Community Chest Fund are now open.

The Shire of Narrogin is pleased to acknowledge the generous support of the Dorcas Op Shop, who have donated $2,000 towards the replacement of the Community Assisted Transport Service (CATS) vehicle, an essential community service that provides transportation for medical and hospital appointments in Perth for residents who would otherwise have limited or no access to such services.

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 6.19 of the Local Government Act 1995, that the Shire of Narrogin has adopted the new Fees and Charges for the provision of Commonwealth Home Care Package (CHCP) services for the 2025/26 financial year.