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Restricted Buring Period will commence from the1st October 2026

Notice is hereby given under section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995 that the Shire of Goomalling proposes to review some of its local laws

Seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) for an Independent Deputy Presiding Member for the Shire of Goomalling Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee (ARIC) The ARIC currently comprises of all seven elected Council members and an Independent Presiding Member bringing the total number of committee members to eight. EOI's are invited from interested and suitably qualified and experienced persons to be appointed as an independent Deputy of the Presiding Member for the ARIC

The Shire of Goomalling acknowledges community interest regarding the future of the former St Paul’s Anglican Church and wishes to provide some clarification regarding the discussions that have taken place concerning the building.

The Shire of Goomalling is writing a plan for the next 10 years. It decides what gets built, fixed and organised in our town. You live here too, so we really want to know what you think. There are no right or wrong answers. You do not have to write your name. Take your time and have fun with it.

Open: Monday 7th September 2026 Close: 4.00pm WST, Monday 5th October 2026

The Shire of Goomalling is inviting community to contribute to the development of our Strategic Plan. This is an opportunity to help shape the future direction of our shire. Your feedback will inform the Council’s long‑term planning and ensure our priorities reflect the needs, priorities, and vision of our community.

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The Shire of Goomalling will be opening later than usual on Wednesday 2nd September 2026 due to staff training

drumMUSTER will be happening on Friday 25th September 2026. Bookings are essential

This rental is a lovely newly fully renovated residential property with 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom with 2nd Toilet. Lounge and Dining room / Sunroom, kitchen and laundry with a shed / garage.

Development Application - Tourist and Visitor Accommodation at A1466 L600, 67 Railway Terrace, Goomalling

Please be advised that the Northam Pithara Road from the Goomalling Town limit through to the turn off to Wongan Hills is now open

Please be advised that the Northam Pithara Road from the Goomalling Town limit through to the turn off to Wongan Hills is closed due to an emergency.

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The Shire of Goomalling is pleased to announce two successful funding outcomes through the State Library of Western Australia’s Encouraging Promising Practice and Tech & Digital Inclusion grant programs. These investments strengthen the Goomalling Community Library’s role as an inclusive, future focused hub for learning, wellbeing, and digital innovation.

Goomalling-Calingiri Road from Burabadji Rd to Shire of Goomalling/ Victoria Plains border Shire of Goomalling wishes to advise that after a recent emergency, the Goomalling-Calingiri Road from Burabadji Rd to the Shire of Goomalling/ Victoria Plains border is OPEN with REDUCED SPEED LIMITS until further notice. Please exercise caution in the area.

Goomalling-Calingiri Road from Burabadji Rd to Shire of Goomalling/ Victoria Plains border Shire of Goomalling wishes to advise that due to an emergency, the Goomalling-Calingiri Road from Burabadji Rd to the Shire of Goomalling/ Victoria Plains border is CLOSED IMMEDIATELY until further notice. Please use alternate routes. Local Traffic Only Permitted

Every five years, the Australian Bureau of Statistics counts every person and household in Australia. This is called the Census of Population and Housing. The next Census is on Tuesday 11 August 2026.

There’s a Census job for you Did you know the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is hiring over 30,000 people for the Census?

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The Shire of Goomalling would like to invite Expressions of Interest for the “As Is” purchase of Lot 5 P3066 known as 9 Lockyer Street Goomalling. The property is located within the town of Goomalling and is zoned residential with deep sewerage connection and back lane access. The 1012m2 property includes a Dwelling and Shed with fencing.

VacSwim offers fun swimming lessons over the October and summer school holidays. It aims to give children across Western Australia the skills to stay safe and confident in the water.

The Lions Cancer Institute (LCI) will be providing a free Skin Cancer Screening in Goomalling on Sunday 9th August. This free service provides for the early detection of skin lesions and where a lesion is identified a referral is made to your GP for further investigation.

AusAlert is a new national warning system that uses the latest technology to send emergency messages to compatible mobile devices. It will be ready to use in October 2026, but before it launches, we need to test the system across Australia.

PUBLIC NOTICE - September Ordinary Council Meeting - Change of Day and Time

Speed and how it influences road safety

From 1 July 2026, Council has activated a major accessibility upgrade on its website with the introduction of the UserWay Accessibility Widget, a tool designed to make online information easier to access for all community members.

Demolition Application - St Paul’s Anglican Church - 7 Throssell Street, Goomalling