You said that 3pm Council meetings weren't working, so we're doing something about it - our monthly Agenda Briefings and Council Meetings will be returning to a 5pm start time from April (no other details have changed). Read more for further details.

The results of the Extraordinary Election for the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup have been announced by WAEC

Following a resolution of Council at the Ordinary Council Meeting held in March 2026, the operating hours of the Donnybrook Waste Management Facility (DWMF) will change to the following schedule, effective Monday 30 March 2026.

April brings school holidays, long weekends and increased travel across Western Australia. Planning ahead can help reduce stress and improve safety - here's the latest advice from Department of Fire and Emergency Services WA

Please be advised that the Shire Administration Office will be closed from 10:00am to 11:00am on Thursday 26 March - the Extraordinary Election is being held in the Council Chambers and is not affected by this closure. Thank you for your patience.

This notice is from the WA Electoral Commission (WAEC) - click here to see the full notice.

You’ll now find new Containers for Change baskets attached to the bins around the Apple Fun Park and Ayres Garden, making it easier to drop in your eligible 10c containers while you’re out enjoying the playground and surrounding area. Let’s keep making simple choices that make a big difference!

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Extraordinary Election - meet with Returning Officer Denise Darlow to complete your Candidate Nomination!

This notice is from the WA Electoral Commission (WAEC) - click here to see the full notice.

Some interruptions may occur during this time. Please see this news post for further details - thank you for your cooperation.

We know many members of the community have been asking about the status of the EV chargers in Donnybrook and when they’ll be available again – here are the latest details.

This notice is from the WA Electoral Commission (WAEC) - click here to see the full notice.

In accordance with section 5.27 of the Local Government Act 1995, notice is hereby given that the next Shire of Donnybrook Balingup AGM has been scheduled following Council's adoption of the 2024-2025 Annual Report - read more for further details.

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.

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.

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

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 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.