News and Notices

Weather your Drive campaign - Driving in fog, rain and storms

As part of the ‘Weather Your Drive’ campaign (developed by the National Road Safety Partnership Program), a reminder that changing weather conditions can have a significant impact on road safety.

Graphite Road Works Update

You may have noticed the new asphalt surface on Graphite Road today — this is the first of three layers being constructed between Arnott and Finch Streets.

Draft Residential Buildings Policy

MEDIA RELEASE: The Shire of Manjimup is seeking community feedback on Draft Local Planning Policy 6.1.26 - Residential Buildings.

Annual vergeside hard waste collection service

​The Shire of Manjimup’s annual vergeside hard waste collection service for 2026 will be provided later this year, rather than in May as it has been in recent years.

Graphite Road upgrade works – slk 1.12 to slk 1.52

The Shire of Manjimup has a long-term project to upgrade the full length of Graphite Road.

National Awards for Local Government - Shire of Manjimup nominations!

The Shire of Manjimup is nominated for four Awards for the 2026 National Awards for Local Government! Vote now to help us bring home these Awards!

Construction/Upgrade Works Impacting Several Roads

The intersection of Gray’s Road and Tink’s Road will be temporarily closed for approximately six (6) weeks to allow for the realignment of Gray’s Road.

Shire inviting Expressions of Interest for New Appointments

Shire inviting Expressions of Interest for appointment as the Independent Presiding Member (Chair) and Independent Deputy Presiding Member (Deputy Chair) of its Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee.

Lintott Street & Cole Street Playgrounds Upgrades

The Shire is pleased to announce the completion of recent playground upgrades at both Cole Street and Lintott Street.

Shire of Manjimup Progresses RV-Friendly Town Initiative

MEDIA RELEASE: The Shire is advancing its RV-Friendly Town initiative to boost tourism and local spending with short-term RV parking.

Temporary Special Assistance Access Approval

As of 16 March 2026, Main Roads Heavy Vehicle Services approved temporary assistance allowing RAVs to transport more petrol, diesel, and fertiliser to WA regions.

Expressions of Interest - SoM Community Bus (EOI-Works-001)

The Shire is inviting expressions of interest to purchase its 2011 Mitsubishi Fuso Rosa Bus, to be sold “as is”. Submissions due 4:00pm 24/04/2026.

Shire President Town Visits

On the first Tuesday of each month, the Shire President will be visiting two towns in the Rural Ward, alternating between Northcliffe and Quinninup one month and Pemberton and Walpole the next.

Honourable Chris Dawson, Governor of WA visits the Shire of Manjimup

The Shire of Manjimup was delighted to welcome the His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson, Governor of Western Australia, to the region on Wednesday 11 and Thursday 12 March 2026.

Prohibited Burning Period for all zones - until Midnight 28 March 2026

Pursuant to Section 17 of Bush Fire Act 1954 the Shire has extended the Prohibited Burning Period for all zones until midnight 28 March 2026.

Planned Manjimup Timber Archway works halted over traffic costs

Planned works to Manjimup Timber Archway halted by State Government traffic management costs

Notice of Public Hearing

Ever wondered how State Government funding actually makes its way to local communities? Join this easy-to-follow session to learn how the process works.

RFT 03/26 Graphite Road Widen and Upgrade Construction

The Principal is seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced contractor for the construction of a section of Graphite Road from Arnott Street to near the Tafe Entrance Road in Manjimup, WA.

Water Corporation temporarily supplementing Walpole’s water source

To help meet peak demand, Water Corporation are temporarily supplementing Walpole’s local water source with carted water, subject to demand and rainfall.

Public Notice: 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting Schedule