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Celebrating NAIDOC Week in the City of Wanneroo
Published on Wednesday, 12th June 2024
NAIDOC Week (7-14 July) is a time for all Australians to learn about Australia’s First Nations peoples and participate in celebrations of the oldest, continuous living cultures on earth.
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New exhibition honours Wanneroo’s Noongar heritage
Published on Thursday, 27th June 2024
Noongar voices, culture and creativity will be celebrated and elevated in a new permanent exhibition opening at the Wanneroo Regional Museum this week.
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Wanneroo Sports Hub concept design a slam dunk
Published on Tuesday, 25th June 2024
Wanneroo locals will benefit from a new Sports Hub, after Council endorsed the concept design for the proposed facility at its June meeting.
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City renews commitment to treasured annual Show
Published on Monday, 24th June 2024
The City is proud to announce its renewed commitment to the annual Wanneroo Agricultural Show, after Council approved a three-year sponsorship agreement with the Wanneroo Agricultural Society.
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Call for State Government to support upgraded Wanneroo motorsport precinct
Published on Wednesday, 19th June 2024
As the State Government looks to establish Burswood as a premier motorsport tourism destination, the need to upgrade the Wanneroo Raceway has never been more pressing.
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Green thumbs: join our winter planting program
Published on Friday, 14th June 2024
We’re calling on our community to help green our neighbourhoods as part of the City’s annual winter planting program.
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Local stars shine in 2024 Art Awards
Published on Friday, 7th June 2024
Chen He has been named the overall winner of the prestigious City of Wanneroo Community Art Awards and Exhibition, taking home the grand prize for her painting, Cheerful Yanchep Lagoon.
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Proposed Differential Rates for 2024/25
Published on Tuesday, 4th June 2024
The City of Wanneroo's proposed Differential Rates for 2024-2025 are now available for public comment.
Community supports Girrawheen Hub Precinct design
Published on Wednesday, 29th May 2024
The transformation of the Girrawheen Hub Precinct is closer to becoming a reality, thanks to enthusiastic community support for the concept design.
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Council approves Alkimos aquatic centre Business Plan
Published on Tuesday, 28th May 2024
In another exciting milestone for the Alkimos aquatic and recreation centre, Wanneroo Council approved the business plan for the facility at its May meeting.
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Join the City to mark National Reconciliation Week
Published on Monday, 27th May 2024
National Reconciliation Week (27 May to 3 June) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia.
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State Government funding boost for Dordaak Kepap
Published on Wednesday, 22nd May 2024
The City of Wanneroo is grateful to have received an additional $3 million contribution to bring the first of its kind Dordaak Kepap Landsdale library and youth innovation hub to life.
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Aquamotion crowned waterwise aquatic centre of the year
Published on Wednesday, 22nd May 2024
Wanneroo Aquamotion has been named Platinum Waterwise Aquatic Centre of the Year at the 2024 Waterwise Recognition Awards.
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City receives additional funding for Alkimos aquatic and recreation centre
Published on Monday, 6th May 2024
The City has received an additional State Government funding commitment of $2.5 million to assist with the construction of the Alkimos aquatic and recreation centre.
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Restricted Burning Period
Published on Friday, 3rd May 2024
The Restricted Burning Period will commence as of 6th May 2024
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City sets advocacy agenda for 2025 elections
Published on Tuesday, 30th April 2024
Wanneroo Council has endorsed the City’s advocacy priorities for the 2025 State and Federal elections.
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Parvovirus reported in Butler area
Published on Tuesday, 23rd April 2024
City of Wanneroo residents are being advised to ensure their dogs are vaccinated following the reported detection of parvovirus in the Butler area.
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Expressions of interest open for Darch community space
Published on Monday, 22nd April 2024
Expressions of interest are now open for groups to transform vacant open space next to the Darch Plaza Shopping Centre on Kingsway into anything from a community garden to a new community building.
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Oriel Green OAM conferred as Holder of the Keys to the City of Wanneroo
Published on Monday, 15th April 2024
Noongar Elder, Oriel Green OAM, has been appointed the inaugural Holder of the Keys to the City of Wanneroo.
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Prohibited burning period extended
Published on Friday, 12th April 2024
The Department of Fire and Emergency Commissioner has extended the prohibited burning period until Sunday 28 April 2024.
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Pay your respects at local Anzac Day services
Published on Thursday, 11th April 2024
The City’s Flagship Funding will support three local dawn services this Anzac Day.
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Get bushfire ready at the City’s free event
Published on Wednesday, 3rd April 2024
Learn how to prepare for emergencies at the City of Wanneroo’s free Prepare Together community event on Saturday 20 April.
Rates payment notice error
Published on Thursday, 28th March 2024
Info for ratepayers who may have received a notice in error.
Green tech for City’s green thumb crew
Published on Thursday, 28th March 2024
In a win for the environment, the City has new battery powered garden tools!
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Bookable verge collections coming soon
Published on Wednesday, 27th March 2024
From July 2024, the City will transition to a new way of collecting bulk junk and green waste, with bookable verge collections replacing the current scheduled bulk household and green waste service.
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Easter long weekend
Published on Wednesday, 27th March 2024
A number of City facilities will be closed or operating with reduced opening hours over the Easter long weekend.
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New home for Scouts in the City of Wanneroo
Published on Tuesday, 26th March 2024
A new community hall was officially opened this month after the City leased Scouts WA vacant land in Tapping.
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Beyond the scones
Published on Monday, 18th March 2024
To celebrate the Centenary of the Country Women's Association (CWA), Wanneroo Regional Museum has partnered with the CWA Wanneroo branch to present a touching photography and memorabilia display that showcases their history.
Quenda-lows provide cosy new digs in conservation drive
Published on Thursday, 14th March 2024
Quendas displaced by the Mariginiup bushfire have new places to call home, with the City installing strategically placed bungalows in bushland.
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Local primary school adopts a park
Published on Friday, 8th March 2024
Students at Alkimos Primary School have their own pocket of bushland to care for after adopting Broadford Park in Butler.
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