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Building stronger, more sustainable community organisations.

The Annual Meeting of Electors of the Shire of Plantagenet will be held on 24 February 2026.

A multimillion-dollar park redevelopment which will deliver a destination playground and family-friendly recreational precinct in Mount Barker is one step closer, thanks to a Lotterywest grant.

More than 200 people gathered at Frost Pavilion at 8.30am to kick off Australia Day with a true blue sausage sizzle.

Our summer school holiday program is packed with programs for all ages and abilities.

Nine local community groups, sporting clubs and not-for-profit organisations will receive financial assistance under the revised Community Grants Program (CGP).

Shire facilties will be closed as follows over the festive season.

Expressions of Interest are invited from individuals interested in joining the Shire of Plantagenet Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee in the roles of Independent Chair and Deputy Chair.

Congratulations to our rates incentive prize draw winners.

Ordinary Council meetings will be held on the following dates in 2026.

The Shire and Mount Barker Returned & Services League Sub-Branch have partnered on the Mount Barker War Memorial Enhancement Project.

The Shire of Plantagenet, key stakeholders and supporters celebrated 25-years of Mount Barker Regional Saleyards operations yesterday.

Long-serving Councillor Len Handasyde was returned as Shire President at a Special Council Meeting yesterday.

Let's celebrate the important role seniors play in our community.

Results of the Shire of Plantagenet Elections held 18 October 2025

The Kendenup community rallies behind Wild Gravel 2025.

Local families burst into Spring with our all ages and abilities Spring School Holiday Program.

The plan was adopted by the Council on 30 September.

Department of Transport services are anticipated to return tomorrow.

An election by postal vote will be held on Saturday 18 October 2025 to fill five Councillor vacancies.

Complete a quick, anonymous survey and you could win a $100 Co-op voucher.

Fun-filled workshops, excursions and activities for all ages and abilities.

Two planning policy changes adopted by the Council following public consultation will reduce red tape for property owners.

The policy was adopted by the Council on 26 August following public consultation.

The Council adopted proposed changes to two local planning policies at the meeting on 26 August.

Nominations have closed.

It's time to nominate an individual, group or event for a Shire or Rotary Club annual award.

Hundreds of cyclists, spectators and supporters will transform Kendenup’s main street during a mass participation gravel cycling and running event next month.

The Shire of Plantagenet 2025-2026 budget caters to a growing community.