Environmental Education

Prescribed Burn: Mullalyup (Thursday 10 October, 2024)
Posted 09 October 2024 Prescribed Burn: Mullalyup (Thursday 10 October, 2024)

Please be advised that a prescribed burn is planned to take place in Mullalyup on Thursday 10 October 2024.

Upcoming Prescribed Burns (week starting Monday 7 October, 2024)
Posted 09 October 2024 Upcoming Prescribed Burns (week starting Monday 7 October, 2024)

Please be advised that prescribed burns are planned to take place in various locations throughout the Shire during the week starting Monday 7 October, 2024.

DFES Burn SMART Guide
Posted 30 September 2024 DFES Burn SMART Guide

Undertaking a planned burn is a significant responsibility and involves a lot of preparation. In the wrong conditions, planned burns can escape and become a bushfire.

New Bin Collection Day for main street of Donnybrook townsite (South
Posted 27 September 2024 New Bin Collection Day for main street of Donnybrook townsite (South Western Highway)

Please note that this change only affects the properties in the specified area on the South Western Highway - read more to see full details.

Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer (PSHB)
Posted 09 September 2024 Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer (PSHB)

The following information comes from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD).

Waste Sorting - Items starting with J/j
Posted 19 July 2024 Waste Sorting - Items starting with J/j

Our recycling bins are being collected next week, so let’s sort things beginning with the letter I / i!

Climate Change Youth Survey
Posted 17 July 2024 Climate Change Youth Survey

As a young person aged 13-18, have you thought about how climate change is affecting you, your friends, and your family? Here's an opportunity to get your thoughts out there!

Opportunity for Landowners: Saving native species in Wellington National
Posted 16 July 2024 Opportunity for Landowners: Saving native species in Wellington National Park

Do you want to help protect our native wildlife? Take a look at this project from South West Natural Resource Management (NRM) on properties near the southern boundary of the Wellington National Park.

Firewood Collection Advice
Posted 08 July 2024 Firewood Collection Advice

This advice comes from the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA).

Waste Sorting - Items starting with
Posted 30 May 2024 Waste Sorting - Items starting with "F"

Let's keep the conversation going about waste sorting - next we're looking with things that begin with the letter F!

GeoCatch and the Catio Rebates
Posted 28 May 2024 GeoCatch and the Catio Rebates

Calling all responsible cat owners, this one's for you!

Leschenault Biosecurity Group is calling for your Reports
Posted 14 May 2024 Leschenault Biosecurity Group is calling for your Reports

The Leschenault Biosecurity Group Inc. is calling for your reports on tree damage!

$8.6m support package for farmers and primary producers impacted by drought
Posted 13 May 2024 $8.6m support package for farmers and primary producers impacted by drought

The State Government has announced an $8.6m support package for farmers and primary producers impacted by drought.

Top 4 Tips to Creating a Fauna Friendly Garden
Posted 09 May 2024 Top 4 Tips to Creating a Fauna Friendly Garden

The Leschenault Catchment Council has shared advice in their April newsletter for improving your Backyard Biodiversity! Here's the Top 4 Tips for Creating a Fauna Friendly Garden.

World Water Day & the Showerhead Swap Program
Posted 18 March 2024 World Water Day & the Showerhead Swap Program

Did you know that Friday 22 March is World Water Day?

Natural Resource Recovery Program 2024-2025: Devolved Grant Funding for
Posted 07 March 2024 Natural Resource Recovery Program 2024-2025: Devolved Grant Funding for Residents

As part of the Western Australian Government’s State Natural Resource Management Program, the Shires of Collie and Donnybrook Balingup have developed a Natural Resource Recovery Program that includes a Devolved Grant Program for residents.

Extreme Fire Weather Forecast
Posted 19 February 2024 Extreme Fire Weather Forecast

Extreme fire weather has been forecasted in our area for the week starting Monday 19 February, 2024.

COUNCIL PLAN SUCCESS - item 3.1.1
Posted 03 November 2023 COUNCIL PLAN SUCCESS - item 3.1.1

The Shire has achieved a goal from the Council Plan - check out the Weed Management Review (2023) here!

Waste Education - the Waste Space
Posted 29 September 2023 Waste Education - the Waste Space

Let's talk about waste and the Shire's waste facilities!

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