The WA Tree Festival begins 11 April – join us as we celebrate SJ’s renowned natural beauty.

Byford has retained its status as the ‘baby capital’ of Western Australia, according to the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics data release.

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has now entered the Restricted Burning Period.

Information on bin collections and Shire opening hours this Easter Long Weekend

The Shire held a community debrief on Wednesday, 4 March, following the Mundijong bushfire that placed the townsite under an Emergency Warning.

We’re excited to introduce the Shire’s very first Junior President and Deputy Junior President - Carter from Serpentine Primary and Ashley from Mundijong Primary!

The Seniors Healthy Lifestyle Expo 2026 was held on 27 February 2026 and delivered in partnership between the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale and the Seniors Recreation Council of WA (SRCWA).  

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these April school holidays? We have a huge line-up of activities, workshops, excursions and events!

Youth Fest 2026 is landing at Briggs Park, Byford — and you won’t want to miss it. Big energy. Live music. Non-stop action. All free for young people ages 12-25.

The Council of the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has requested that the Local Government Inspector consider the appointment of a Monitor to the Shire.

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Council has endorsed a plan to reopen the Watkins Road Waste Transfer Station, marking the next step in planning for the long-term future of waste services in the Shire.

Kids can squelch, splash and stomp their way through two gloriously muddy days of outdoor play.

The Shire celebrated International Women's Day at The ReStore Space, Serpentine, with the theme Give to Gain.

The annual free verge plant giveaway is back on! Landcare SJ is facilitating again this year, and they have a range of local native plants available.

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale is getting on with the job of fixing problem roads through this year’s Road Renewal Program, a $10.6 million initiative that will upgrade some of the Shire’s most worn and damaged streets.

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has approved a new long-term lease for Byford Community Kindergarten, giving the much-loved service certainty to continue supporting local families.

Sixteen Year 6 students, representing eight schools from across the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, have been inducted as the Shire’s first Junior Council begins its 2026 program.

The Shire has welcomed the recent outcome of planning compliance proceedings in the Magistrates Court.

Harmony Week 2026 is a celebration of cultural diversity, belonging, and the stories that connect us. Delivered in collaboration with the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale and the Shire of Murray, this week-long program invites our community to come together through food, art, movement, storytelling, and shared experiences. From family-friendly activities and creative workshops to cultural learning sessions and community conversations, there’s something for all ages to enjoy. Join us from Monday 16 to Saturday 21 March as we celebrate what makes our communities unique and the values we share, because everyone belongs.

The latest round of the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale’s Community Grants Program is now open, offering local groups the chance to bring new ideas, events and initiatives to life.

Representatives from SJ's Emergency Services team were at the Neighbourhood Watch Community BBQ to answer the community's questions after Monday's bushfire.

WA-grown artist Jerome Davenport, AKA ketones6000, has finished the mural at Byford Skate Park.

The Shire’s Administration and Operations centres will be operating as normal from today, following their enforced closure due to the bushfire in Mundijong yesterday (Monday 9 February).

Due to the bushfire in Mundijong, the Shire’s Administration and Operations centres will be closed on Monday, 9 February 2026.

All Shire residents now have access to Grow It Local - a community education platform offering monthly digital workshops focused on growing, sharing, and eating locally grown food.

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has been awarded a grant from the State Government in support of Youth Week WA.

Shire President Rob Coales met with the Premier’s Office in Perth to talk about Mundijong, Kulija and Mandurah (MKM) roads and calling on State Government investment for this critical east–west road corridor.

Read about the total fire ban and harvest and vehicle movement bans in place for the whole Shire.

The Shire’s Cemeteries Advisory Group has met for the first time since new appointments were made after last year’s local government election.

Byford Skate Park is set to take on a bold new look, with Western Australian artist Jerome Davenport beginning work on vibrant skate-inspired artwork this week.