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Community urged to honour our heroes at Anzac Day events
Posted 16 April 2025 Community urged to honour our heroes at Anzac Day events

Service people, veterans, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice, will be honoured at the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale’s Anzac Day commemoration on 25 April, at Mundijong War Memorial.

SJ once again named WA's fastest growing local government
Posted 15 April 2025 SJ once again named WA's fastest growing local government

Confirming its reputation as the go-to destination for young families and first-time home buyers, the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has once again been named Western Australia’s fastest growing local government.

Easter Long Weekend: Bin Collection and Opening Hours
Posted 15 April 2025 Easter Long Weekend: Bin Collection and Opening Hours

View the Shire's opening hours and bin collection changes for Easter.

Prohibited Burning Period extended
Posted 11 April 2025 Prohibited Burning Period extended

The Prohibited Burning Period has been extended to Monday, 28 April 2025.

Bark in the Park set to be a paw-some day out!
Posted 08 April 2025 Bark in the Park set to be a paw-some day out!

Head down to Byford Bark Park for a FREE tail-wagging event.

Public Notice – Special CEO Employment Committee Meeting  
Posted 02 April 2025 Public Notice – Special CEO Employment Committee Meeting  

A Special CEO Employment Committee Meeting of the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale will be held on Monday, 7 April 2025 in the Council Chambers, Civic Centre, 6 Paterson Street, Mundijong,

Invitation to Comment - Proposal to name Ivy Muller Reserve
Posted 01 April 2025 Invitation to Comment - Proposal to name Ivy Muller Reserve

The Shire is inviting comment on a proposal to name Reserve’s 19197 and 24162 (Lot 1 and Lot 1285) in Hopeland to Ivy Muller Reserve.

Morgan Byas resigns from Council
Posted 20 March 2025 Morgan Byas resigns from Council

Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Councillor Morgan Byas has announced his resignation from the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Council, effective 31 March 2025.

Volunteer with the Emergency Support Brigade and make a difference
Posted 18 March 2025 Volunteer with the Emergency Support Brigade and make a difference

The Emergency Support Brigade (ESB) is calling for new volunteers to join its dedicated team.

Celebrate culture and community at Harmony Festival
Posted 17 March 2025 Celebrate culture and community at Harmony Festival

This free, family-friendly event is a great way to connect with the community and celebrate the diverse backgrounds that make SJ unique.

Conservation in action - Shire saves grass trees with new Jarrahdale
Posted 13 March 2025 Conservation in action - Shire saves grass trees with new Jarrahdale carpark build

A program to save native grass trees, some of them as old as 200 years, is underway in Jarrahdale.

SJ Family Fun Day Returns to Byford Library
Posted 13 March 2025 SJ Family Fun Day Returns to Byford Library

Families are invited to a day of fun, discovery, and creativity as the SJ Family Fun Day returns to Byford Library on Wednesday, 16 April 2025.

YouthFest 2025 to kick off with festival fun for young people in SJ
Posted 12 March 2025 YouthFest 2025 to kick off with festival fun for young people in SJ

The annual youth festival kicks off on Friday, 11 April from 4pm at Briggs Park Oval, Byford.

Public Notice of General Meeting of Electors
Posted 06 March 2025 Public Notice of General Meeting of Electors

In accordance with section 5.27 of the Local Government Act 1995 (the Act), the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale General Meeting of Electors will be held in the Civic Centre, 6 Paterson Street, Mundijong on Monday, 31 March 2025, commencing at 6.30pm.

Kicking goals! Stage One of Keirnan Park Recreation Precinct moves forward
Posted 06 March 2025 Kicking goals! Stage One of Keirnan Park Recreation Precinct moves forward

The first stage of the Keirnan Park Recreation Precinct in Mundijong has reached a significant milestone, after the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Council awarded the construction tender of $25.7million for the project to CivCon Civil and Project Management.

Special Council Meeting called
Posted 28 February 2025 Special Council Meeting called

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale will hold a Special Council Meeting on Wednesday, 5 March 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Council Chambers, Civic Centre, 6 Paterson Street, Mundijong.

Shire welcomes WA Liberal Party roads election commitment
Posted 25 February 2025 Shire welcomes WA Liberal Party roads election commitment

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has welcomed the announcement from the WA Liberal Party that if elected they would commit $17 million to upgrade key intersections on Kargotich Road.

INKA Homes takes home “Clean Builder Award”
Posted 25 February 2025 INKA Homes takes home “Clean Builder Award”

INKA Homes has received the Shire’s ‘Clean Builder Award’, recognising the organisation’s exceptional efforts in maintaining spotless and debris-free construction sites within the Shire.

Join Our 2025 Road Safety Campaign: Calling all SJ horse riders!
Posted 24 February 2025 Join Our 2025 Road Safety Campaign: Calling all SJ horse riders!

Do you care about road safety in SJ? Are you passionate about keeping our equine community safe on the roads? Here’s your chance to make a real difference!

Call for Indigenous artist: Create meaningful artwork for the Shire
Posted 24 February 2025 Call for Indigenous artist: Create meaningful artwork for the Shire

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale is seeking an experienced Indigenous artist to design three graphic artworks reflecting the boodja (lands), kaartdijin (knowledge), and stories of the region.

Shire welcomes Liberals election commitment funding announcement for
Posted 18 February 2025 Shire welcomes Liberals election commitment funding announcement for Recreation Centre expansion

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has welcomed the WA Liberals’ election commitment announcement of $15 million to redevelop the SJ Community Recreation Centre in Byford.

New tractor to support Darling Downs Equestrian Park maintenance
Posted 17 February 2025 New tractor to support Darling Downs Equestrian Park maintenance

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has gifted the Darling Downs Residents Association (DDRA) a new tractor to assist with maintaining the Darling Downs Equestrian Park (DDEP), ensuring a safer and more enjoyable experience for riders and visitors.

Shire welcomes Nationals WA roads funding commitment
Posted 12 February 2025 Shire welcomes Nationals WA roads funding commitment

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has welcomed the Nationals WA announcement of a major funding package for local roads.

Redesigned Watkins Road Transfer Station set to Reopen in 2027
Posted 12 February 2025 Redesigned Watkins Road Transfer Station set to Reopen in 2027

After thorough consideration, the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Council has decided to reopen the Watkins Road Waste Transfer Station (WTS), addressing a key concern for the local community.

Shire welcomes Nationals WA funding commitment for netball in SJ
Posted 09 February 2025 Shire welcomes Nationals WA funding commitment for netball in SJ

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has welcomed the Nationals WA announcement of $40.4 million to deliver a new netball facility at Keirnan Park.

New $14.5M Cardup fire station opens to protect growing community
Posted 06 February 2025 New $14.5M Cardup fire station opens to protect growing community

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale is now home to the new $14.5 million Cardup Fire Station, providing a major boost to emergency services in a fast-growing region.

Charge up and go: The Shire’s first EV charging station is here!
Posted 06 February 2025 Charge up and go: The Shire’s first EV charging station is here!

Great news for electric vehicle (EV) drivers - The Shire has installed its very first EV charging station at the Shire Administration Centre!

SJ Shire Skill Up Program sets young people up for success
Posted 06 February 2025 SJ Shire Skill Up Program sets young people up for success

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale recently kicked off its Skill Up Program for 2025. The free program is for young people in the community aged 12 to 24. Each course provides participants with valuable skills that will prepare them for the WA job-market.

Infinity X Career Program – Free Online Support for LGBTQIA+ People with
Posted 05 February 2025 Infinity X Career Program – Free Online Support for LGBTQIA+ People with Disabilities

The Shire is proud to be a host hub for the Infinity X Career Program—a free, six-week online program designed to help LGBTQIA+ people with disabilities, neurodivergence, or mental health challenges build confidence and explore career opportunities.

Applications now open for major event and general grants
Posted 03 February 2025 Applications now open for major event and general grants

Apply for a general or major event grant through the Shire's Community Grants Program!

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