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Salty steps outside in Jarrahdale - episode four!
Posted 22 August 2025 Salty steps outside in Jarrahdale - episode four!

Episode four of our Step Outside with Salty series lands today!

Future in focus as the Shire launches its Youth Plan 2025 – 2028
Posted 21 August 2025 Future in focus as the Shire launches its Youth Plan 2025 – 2028

A future where young people are heard, supported and able to lead is at the centre of the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale’s new Youth Plan 2025–2028.

Public Notice: Local Government Ordinary Election Call for Nominations
Posted 20 August 2025 Public Notice: Local Government Ordinary Election Call for Nominations

Nominations for the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale Ordinary Election open on Thursday, 28 August 2025.

Grant applications now open for community and event funding
Posted 14 August 2025 Grant applications now open for community and event funding

Applications are now open for our SJ Community Grants Program!

Shire takes action to protect local birdlife from harmful pest poison
Posted 13 August 2025 Shire takes action to protect local birdlife from harmful pest poison

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale will phase out the use of Second-Generation Anticoagulant Rodenticides (SGARs) across all Shire managed properties, in a move to help protect native wildlife.

Public Notice: Special CEO Employment Committee Meeting
Posted 06 August 2025 Public Notice: Special CEO Employment Committee Meeting

A Special CEO Employment Committee Meeting will be held on Monday, 11 August 2025 at Civic Centre in Mundijong,

Public Notice: Local Government Ordinary Election Close of Enrolments
Posted 06 August 2025 Public Notice: Local Government Ordinary Election Close of Enrolments

Make sure you're enrolled to vote in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale's 2025 Local Government Election.

Urban Greening Grant Program breathes new life to Byford
Posted 21 July 2025 Urban Greening Grant Program breathes new life to Byford

The Shire has completed two rounds of planting in the Byford Meadows area as part of the State Government’s Urban Greening Grant Program.

Kardan Boulevard drainage upgrades delivers positive outcomes
Posted 18 July 2025 Kardan Boulevard drainage upgrades delivers positive outcomes

We've completed drainage upgrades along Kardan Boulevard, including clearing open drains and upgrading median islands.

Go Paperless with eRates – and you could WIN!
Posted 17 July 2025 Go Paperless with eRates – and you could WIN!

Switch to eRates for your chance to win a $250 EFTPOS gift card — it’s easy, fast, and paper-free

Shire urges caution as original speed limits on some rural roads reinstated
Posted 14 July 2025 Shire urges caution as original speed limits on some rural roads reinstated

Main Roads WA has approved a request by the Shire to reinstate non-signposted default speed limits on a number of rural roads within the district.

A new way to stay connected with Council decisions
Posted 11 July 2025 A new way to stay connected with Council decisions

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has introduced a new digital platform, Resolve, to host all Council and Committee meeting agendas, minutes and relevant livestreams.

Road safety a priority in Council budget
Posted 07 July 2025 Road safety a priority in Council budget

Serpentine Jarrahdale is putting road safety in the driver’s seat, committing over $26 million to tackle the Shire’s most dangerous blackspots and make local roads safer for everyone.

Community members invited to join new food security and agriculture
Posted 04 July 2025 Community members invited to join new food security and agriculture advisory group

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale is inviting passionate locals and industry experts to join a new advisory group shaping the future of food, agriculture and sustainability in the region.

Jarrahdale boosts trail access with new Gooralong Carpark
Posted 03 July 2025 Jarrahdale boosts trail access with new Gooralong Carpark

Jarrahdale’s appeal as a top trails destination continues to grow, with the completion of the new Gooralong Carpark on Atkins Street.

2025–26 Budget Adopted: Investing in Our Growing Community
Posted 03 July 2025 2025–26 Budget Adopted: Investing in Our Growing Community

See what's planned for infrastructure, services, and growth in the next financial year.

Families flock for muddy mayhem in Jarrahdale
Posted 30 June 2025 Families flock for muddy mayhem in Jarrahdale

The Shire welcomed 3500 people to Jarrahdale Oval for its signature Muddy Buddies event, held in partnership with Nature Play WA.

Local heroes celebrated at the 2025 Emergency Services Awards Night
Posted 19 June 2025 Local heroes celebrated at the 2025 Emergency Services Awards Night

The outstanding contributions of the Shire’s emergency services volunteers was recognised at the annual Emergency Services Awards Night, held on Friday 13 June at Mardella Meadows.

Public Notice – Special Council Meeting
Posted 17 June 2025 Public Notice – Special Council Meeting

A Special Council Meeting of the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale will be held on Monday, 30 June 2025

Bounce down! Works get started on Keirnan Park Recreation Precinct
Posted 13 June 2025 Bounce down! Works get started on Keirnan Park Recreation Precinct

Construction has officially started on Keirnan Park Recreation Precinct, with the first ground broken by Hugh Jones MLA, representing the Minister for Sport and Recreation, and Shire President Rob Coales.

Kargotich and Orton Roads set to reopen on Sunday
Posted 13 June 2025 Kargotich and Orton Roads set to reopen on Sunday

Upgrades to Kargotich and Orton Roads are now complete, marking a major step forward in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale’s Hypergrowth Roads Program. The roads will reopen on Sunday, 15 June, with line marking set to take place by Main Roads at a later date.

A new era for Oakford Volunteer Bushfire Brigade
Posted 10 June 2025 A new era for Oakford Volunteer Bushfire Brigade

It's the start of a new era for Oakford’s volunteer firefighters and Emergency Support Brigade, with the contract for a state-of-the-art facility at Pony Place, Oakford, now signed.

Unrestricted Burning Period commences in the Shire
Posted 04 June 2025 Unrestricted Burning Period commences in the Shire

The Unrestricted Burning Period is in effect in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale.

Career Opportunity:  Director Infrastructure Services
Posted 28 May 2025 Career Opportunity: Director Infrastructure Services

The Shire is seeking a Director Infrastructure Services to manage key community and infrastructure projects.

Public art opportunity: Create a statement piece for Byford Skate Park
Posted 23 May 2025 Public art opportunity: Create a statement piece for Byford Skate Park

Calling all creatives! We’re looking to commission an experienced artist to help bring the upgraded Byford Skate Park to life with a vibrant new public art piece.

A Growing Success: Free Verge Plants Sprout Again in SJ
Posted 16 May 2025 A Growing Success: Free Verge Plants Sprout Again in SJ

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale’s popular free verge plant program is up and running for 2025.

Restricted Burning Period now in effect
Posted 05 May 2025 Restricted Burning Period now in effect

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

Pass Wide and Slow - this year's equine road safety message
Posted 02 May 2025 Pass Wide and Slow - this year's equine road safety message

Road users in SJ are again being reminded of equine road safety, with the launch of the Shire’s equine road safety campaign for 2025.

Shire to Honour Local Volunteers During National Volunteer Week 2025
Posted 23 April 2025 Shire to Honour Local Volunteers During National Volunteer Week 2025

The extraordinary contributions of volunteers across our Shire will be celebrated from 19 to 25 May during National Volunteer Week 2025.

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.

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