Pillar 3: Culture and Community

Massive Funding Announcement a Win for Berridge Park Revitalisation
Posted 16 December 2024 Massive Funding Announcement a Win for Berridge Park Revitalisation

$2,857,500 grant awarded by Lotterywest ensures $5m project will go ahead

Springdale Shared Path Due to Get Underway Next Month
Posted 12 December 2024 Springdale Shared Path Due to Get Underway Next Month

Local contractor engaged to deliver construction of new path, completed by April 2025

Respectful Relations Program Launched with 16 Laps for 16 Days in WA
Posted 03 December 2024 Respectful Relations Program Launched with 16 Laps for 16 Days in WA

Community clubs united last week to take a stand against family and domestic violence

McLean House to Receive Boost of Youthful Energy
Posted 28 November 2024 McLean House to Receive Boost of Youthful Energy

Council agrees to advertise proposed lease of McLean House to Denmark Dance Company

Have a Seat With Us: International Day of People with Disability
Posted 27 November 2024 Have a Seat With Us: International Day of People with Disability

Free, inclusive activities, Tues 3 December at the Denmark Recreation Centre

New Tiny Homes on Wheels Policy Adopted
Posted 27 November 2024 New Tiny Homes on Wheels Policy Adopted

Policy aims to increase supply of affordable small-format housing across the Shire

Community Grants Awarded to 2024 Recipients
Posted 30 October 2024 Community Grants Awarded to 2024 Recipients

Nine community groups named as successful applicants to this year's grants round

Third Annual Bushfire Ready Weekend Fri 1 Nov - Sun 3 Nov
Posted 15 October 2024 Third Annual Bushfire Ready Weekend Fri 1 Nov - Sun 3 Nov

Shire-proudly supports the Bushfire Ready program in Denmark

Registrations Open for Garage Sale Trail 2024
Posted 13 September 2024 Registrations Open for Garage Sale Trail 2024

Host a garage sale as part of a nation-wide event this November

New Policies Ensure Transparency When Spending Public Funds
Posted 30 August 2024 New Policies Ensure Transparency When Spending Public Funds

Community Contributions Policy and Property Management Policy adopted

Shire Commits more than $1M in Support of Community Groups
Posted 07 August 2024 Shire Commits more than $1M in Support of Community Groups

Support through rate waivers, peppercorn leases, service agreements, events and cash contributions

Connection Through Planting for National Trees Day
Posted 26 July 2024 Connection Through Planting for National Trees Day

Shire collaborates with local school to revegetate bushland areas with native species

Youth Chats: Youth Drop In Session Hosted By YACWA
Posted 12 July 2024 Youth Chats: Youth Drop In Session Hosted By YACWA

All community members welcome to come along: 10.30am Friday 19 July at Denmark Community Resource Centre

Consultation for Inaugural Youth Strategy to Begin Soon
Posted 20 June 2024 Consultation for Inaugural Youth Strategy to Begin Soon

Preliminary work underway, youth aged 15-25 invited to be peer researchers

Turner Road Trails Concept Plan: Out for Comment
Posted 19 June 2024 Turner Road Trails Concept Plan: Out for Comment

Concept plan and supporting documentation now available on Your Denmark

Inaugural Youth Strategy: Apply to be a Youth Peer Researcher
Posted 12 June 2024 Inaugural Youth Strategy: Apply to be a Youth Peer Researcher

Youth Affairs Council of WA calling for young people to conduct peer research in paid opportunity

Partial Funding Secured for Berridge Park Revitalisation
Posted 26 March 2024 Partial Funding Secured for Berridge Park Revitalisation

Construction to begin in 2025 thanks to $697,666 State Government grant

Garage Sale Trail 2023: Impact Report Released
Posted 26 March 2024 Garage Sale Trail 2023: Impact Report Released

Nearly 20 tonnes of reusable items prevented from ending up in landfill locally

New iPads a Win for Accessibility at Denmark's Library
Posted 08 February 2024 New iPads a Win for Accessibility at Denmark's Library

iPads available to borrow for library members to boost accessibility to online resources

Ocean Beach Closure: Long Awaited Project Begins
Posted 22 January 2024 Ocean Beach Closure: Long Awaited Project Begins

Works to begin on 12 February, with contractors to close site until further notice

Kwoorabup Festival: Events from 5pm at Berridge Park
Posted 09 January 2024 Kwoorabup Festival: Events from 5pm at Berridge Park

Join the festivities on Friday 26 January with activities, markets, food and more

Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Review Update
Posted 21 December 2023 Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Review Update

Accessible engagement a top priority as part of the DAIP review

School Holiday Fun at the Denmark Public Library
Posted 14 December 2023 School Holiday Fun at the Denmark Public Library

Fun and activities for kids and young families these summer holidays

Denmark Christmas Festival This Saturday 16 December
Posted 11 December 2023 Denmark Christmas Festival This Saturday 16 December

Join us at Berridge Park from 5-9pm for Christmas Pageant, carols and more

International Day of People with Disability 2023: Family Fun Walk
Posted 29 November 2023 International Day of People with Disability 2023: Family Fun Walk

Shire and Kwoorabup Community Markets co-host 3 Dec all-abilities event

Upgrades to Nornalup Jetty and Launch to Begin Soon
Posted 19 October 2023 Upgrades to Nornalup Jetty and Launch to Begin Soon

Work to start on 1 November, due for completion in time for peak summer visitation period

Community Grants 2023/2024 Recipients Named
Posted 18 October 2023 Community Grants 2023/2024 Recipients Named

Seven community projects funded in this year's Community Grants round

Save the Date: Denmark's 2023 Christmas Festival
Posted 12 October 2023 Save the Date: Denmark's 2023 Christmas Festival

Community invited to join the festive spirit on Saturday 16 December at Berridge Park

Local Youth Careers Advanced to Centre Court
Posted 11 October 2023 Local Youth Careers Advanced to Centre Court

Local trainees recently completed training at Denmark Recreation Centre

Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Review Kicks Off
Posted 11 October 2023 Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Review Kicks Off

Community consultation begins for major review of DAIP, focused on inclusion

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