Published on Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 9:59:04 AM

The Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale has been recognised for its outstanding natural environment, achieving a Four-Star Wildflower Excellence Rating through the Wildflower Society of Western Australia’s Wildflower Excellence Award Scheme.

The rating acknowledges local governments that demonstrate excellence in retaining, maintaining and promoting natural areas, reserves and roadsides with significant conservation and wildflower value.

A Four-Star rating places the Shire among Western Australia's leading local governments for wildflower excellence and native vegetation management.

Shire President Rob Coales CSM said the recognition reflected the unique landscape of the Shire and the community's strong appreciation for its natural environment.

"We are incredibly proud to receive a Four-Star Wildflower Excellence Rating, which recognises the remarkable biodiversity and natural beauty found throughout Serpentine Jarrahdale,” President Coales said.

"From the forested hills of Jarrahdale to our iconic flora-lined roads, reserves and bushland corridors, our Shire is home to some of the most spectacular wildflower displays in Western Australia.

"Each year we welcome visitors from across the State who come specifically to experience our spring wildflowers.

“Wildflower enthusiasts, photographers, walkers and nature lovers are drawn to the variety and beauty of our local landscapes, providing a valuable boost to local tourism and our small businesses."

The assessment highlighted the Shire's extensive network of roadsides, reserves and natural areas featuring high-quality native vegetation and wildflower displays, as well as ongoing initiatives that promote conservation, revegetation and community engagement.

Mr Coales said preserving the Shire's natural assets remained a key priority.

“Our team remains focused in not only maintaining this standard but improving upon it further, including working on greater weed control methods to ensure our wildflowers can grow unhindered,” President Coales said.

"Our natural environment is one of our greatest assets, and this recognition reinforces the importance of continuing to protect and enhance these areas for future generations.

"Whether you're a local resident or visiting for the first time, spring in Serpentine Jarrahdale offers an incredible opportunity to experience Western Australia's wildflowers in a truly unique setting.”

The Wildflower Society of Western Australia describes a Wildflower Excellent local government as one where natural areas, reserves and roadsides abound with wildflowers and native vegetation in very good or better condition, supported by active management, improvement and promotion of those natural assets.

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