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Critical health issues facing rural communities including the Shire of
Posted 24 June 2026 Critical health issues facing rural communities including the Shire of Ravensthorpe

Shire President Cr Rachel Gibson and CEO Nicole O’Neill are advocating for the region in Canberra this week.

President's Report: Meetings for June 2026
Posted 17 June 2026 President's Report: Meetings for June 2026

An update from Cr Rachel Gibson on the two meetings held in June 2026.

Council adopts inaugural Public Health Plan
Posted 16 June 2026 Council adopts inaugural Public Health Plan

For the long term health and wellbeing of the community.

Shire congratulates volunteer brigades on award recognition
Posted 15 June 2026 Shire congratulates volunteer brigades on award recognition

The brigades have been named a finalist in the 2026 WA Fire and Emergency Services Awards.

Hopetoun office closed Tuesday 16 June
Posted 15 June 2026 Hopetoun office closed Tuesday 16 June

We'll be closed on Tuesday due to a power outage and will reopen on Wednesday.

Shire tip truck for auction
Posted 09 June 2026 Shire tip truck for auction

The Shire of Ravensthorpe has a surplus Tip Truck for sale via public auction.

Nature based tourism proposal for Hamersley Inlet Reserve
Posted 08 June 2026 Nature based tourism proposal for Hamersley Inlet Reserve

The Shire is working with Tourism WA to explore tourism accommodation opportunity at Hamersley Inlet Reserve.

President's Report: Tuesday 19 May 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting
Posted 25 May 2026 President's Report: Tuesday 19 May 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting

Council considered Community Development Fund applications.

New truck for Hopetoun Rural Bush Fire Brigade
Posted 25 May 2026 New truck for Hopetoun Rural Bush Fire Brigade

The truck was delivered by DFES recently.

New Friday youth sessions following student feedback
Posted 18 May 2026 New Friday youth sessions following student feedback

Free youth drop in and basketball sessions In Ravy every Friday from 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm.

Have your say: community scorecard
Posted 18 May 2026 Have your say: community scorecard

Tell us about the things that matter most to you in our community, from events to parks, roads, waste, safety and more

Welcome new CEO Nicole O'Neill JP
Posted 22 April 2026 Welcome new CEO Nicole O'Neill JP

Shire President Rachel Gibson welcomes our new CEO.

President’s Report: Tuesday 21 April 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting   
Posted 22 April 2026 President’s Report: Tuesday 21 April 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting  

Council considered key matters including bushfire mitigation planning and regional transport access.

RDHS student leaders sworn in
Posted 21 April 2026 RDHS student leaders sworn in

Strong, community minded leadership is emerging from our local school.

Local Emergency Management Committee Focus on Future
Posted 21 April 2026 Local Emergency Management Committee Focus on Future

Did you know your local emergency management committee meets regularly to help keep our community safe?

Help record local birdlife with Birdata
Posted 15 April 2026 Help record local birdlife with Birdata

The Shire of Ravensthorpe is encouraging community members to help record local bird species by taking part in bird surveys.

Mozzie alert!
Posted 13 April 2026 Mozzie alert!

There has been an increase in mosquito activity in our region.

Anzac Day in Ravensthorpe
Posted 13 April 2026 Anzac Day in Ravensthorpe

Starts at 10 am with parade down Morgans Street to the war memorial.

New Deputy Shire President
Posted 13 April 2026 New Deputy Shire President

Cr Benno Sutherland was elected at a recent Special Council Meeting.

Easter long weekend
Posted 30 March 2026 Easter long weekend

Shire offices will be closed over the Easter long weekend

Changes to summer campground bookings
Posted 25 March 2026 Changes to summer campground bookings

We are no longer staggering pre booking periods.

Shire welcomes new water tanker
Posted 24 March 2026 Shire welcomes new water tanker

Funded by a $100,000 federal and state government grant, plus Shire funds.

President's Report: Tuesday 17 March 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting
Posted 23 March 2026 President's Report: Tuesday 17 March 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting

Councillors considered items reflecting both future planning and service delivery.

Hopetoun Office Closed Monday, 9 March
Posted 05 March 2026 Hopetoun Office Closed Monday, 9 March

Please note that our Hopetoun office (front counter) will be closed Monday, 9 March due to operational requirements.

Webinars for local clubs & groups
Posted 03 March 2026 Webinars for local clubs & groups

All local sports clubs and community groups are welcome

Community Development Fund opening soon
Posted 25 February 2026 Community Development Fund opening soon

Applications open Sunday 1 March and close 4 pm on Tuesday 31 March 2026.

West River fire debrief
Posted 24 February 2026 West River fire debrief

Thank you to all firefighters and emergency services support staff who attended.

President’s Report: Tuesday 17 February 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting 
Posted 18 February 2026 President’s Report: Tuesday 17 February 2026 Ordinary Council Meeting 

Councillors considered considered key community and planning items.

Thank you from Shire President Rachel Gibson
Posted 17 February 2026 Thank you from Shire President Rachel Gibson

To everyone who has helped with bushfires over summer.

Minister David Michael's visit
Posted 11 February 2026 Minister David Michael's visit

The minister met with councillors, staff and community groups.

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