The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup is continuing its commitment to creating a safe environment for all road users by installing courtesy speed display signs on roads around the Apple Fun Park following a recent speed zoning change in the area - read more for further details.

Read Shire President Vivienne MacCarthy's recap summarising key points from the Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM) held 26 November 2025.

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup provides notification that it intends to sell the following property. Submissions are due by Sunday 21 December 2025.

The Holiday Season is here! During this time, the Shire's facilities and services will be closed and/or operating under alternative hours - read more for details.

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup would like to inform residents that Cr Alexis Davy has tendered her resignation effective 26th November 2025. Former Cr Davy has requested the following statement be published.

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup provides notification that it intends to sell the following property. Submissions are due by Wednesday 10 December 2025.

The following works are scheduled to take place throughout the next month.

This information is from a service message provided by Telstra Regional Australia regarding upgrades to the mobile base station that services Mumballup - more information is available here

A Special Council Meeting has been called - details are as follows.

Please be advised that the carpark next to the Donnybrook CRC (opposite the Donnybrook Hotel) will be temporarily closed from 9:30am to 11:00am on Saturday 29 November 2025 - read more for further details.

The following message is an update on recycling improvements in the southwest from Cleanaway

At the Ordinary Council Meeting held in July 2025, Council received the BalingUpcycle Playground Project Proposal, acknowledging support for the initiative in principle. Council also resolved to seek the community’s views on the proposal prior to providing full approval for the project. Submissions are due by 4:00pm (AWST) on Friday 28 November 2025.

As we enter the Restricted Burning Period (1 November – 14 December), the Shire wishes to remind all residents of the various requirements in place during this time

The following community notice is from Nicholas O'Connor, Chief Executive Officer

The following works are scheduled to take place throughout the next month.

Read Shire President Vivienne MacCarthy's recap summarising key points from the Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM) held 22 October 2025.

Last night a Special Council Meeting took place for the official swearing-in of our newly elected Councillors, following the outcomes of the Local Government Elections on 18 October 2025.

There are two (2) Council Meetings taking place on Wednesday 22 October 2025 - here are the details.

Delays are expected to be minimal, thank you for your cooperation - please see this news post for further details.

Read Shire President Vivienne MacCarthy's recap summarising key points from the Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM) held 25 September 2025.

The following works are scheduled to take place throughout the next month.

Read the full notice here.

At the Ordinary Council Meeting held 27 August 2025, Council received the Donnybrook Clock Tower Proposal, acknowledging support for the initiative in principle. Council also resolved to seek the community’s views on the proposal prior to providing full approval for the project. Submissions are due by 4:00pm (AWST) on Friday 3 October 2025.

Residents of Donnybrook Balingup & Collie, this is for you! 50% co-contribution grants are available through the 25/26 Blackberry Program which supports landowners and community groups to tackle one of Australia’s most invasive weeds, contributing towards restoring our native landscapes, improving water quality, and protecting biodiversity.

A group of enthusiastic local students have proven their mechanical skills, thanks to the success of the Dismantle Bike Rescue Program held right here in Donnybrook from 24 to 27 June 2025 - and we're still hearing about how great it was!

Read Shire President Vivienne MacCarthy's recap summarising key points from the Ordinary Council Meeting (OCM) held 27 August 2025.

The Bin Collection Calendar for the 2025-2026 period is now available online - thank you for your patience.

Thinking about nominating for the upcoming Local Government Elections? The WA Electoral Commission (WAEC) has important information about what’s involved in becoming a candidate - nominations open 28 August and close 4pm 4 September.

The following notice is from the WA Electoral Commission regarding the 2025 Local Government Ordinary Election.

Under the powers conferred by the Local Government Act 1995, the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act 2007 and all other powers enabling them, the Council of the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup resolved to make the following local laws.