Shire of Irwin

Shire of Irwin Welcome to the official page of the Shire of Irwin. The Shire currently has a population of approximately 3,700 people and covers 2,223km2.

Known historically for its lobster fishing industry and broad acre farming the area has developed into a friendly coastal lifestyle community in close proximity to Geraldton.

Please be advised Water Corporation will be carrying out scheduled maintenance works on Tuesday September 15.
07/09/2026

Please be advised Water Corporation will be carrying out scheduled maintenance works on Tuesday September 15.

The fire season is almost here meaning it's now time to install your firebreak.🔥 Firebreaks must be installed and mainta...
06/09/2026

The fire season is almost here meaning it's now time to install your firebreak.🔥

Firebreaks must be installed and maintained clear of flammable materials from 15 October 2026 up to and including 15 May 2027.

Firebreaks are used to help minimise or stop the rapid spread of bushfires by having a gap in the vegetation down to soil level, in which fire is unable to easily leap over or creep across.

Effective firebreaks help reduce the risk of fires entering or leaving your property. They can take many forms and can be created by ploughing the soil in strips and removing vegetation.

Well-maintained firebreaks mean our firefighting crews can access your property and deal with a bushfire emergency safely and efficiently.

To view the Firebreak Notice visit https://irwin.wa.gov.au/firebreaks/

You can also help by preparing your home early by cleaning gutters, trimming back trees and by maintaining a low vegetation buffer around your house and outbuildings.

For more information on preparing your home for bushfire season visit https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/hazard-information/bushfire

04/09/2026

Got any plans for tonight?

The Dongara Denison Drive Ins are on!

Our first movie of the season is The Mandalorian and Grogu, gates and canteen open at 5.30pm🍟

You’re Invited – Book Launch at Dongara Library! 📖🎣🌊Join us for the launch of Granny Kirkup – A Wilunyu Matriarch by loc...
03/09/2026

You’re Invited – Book Launch at Dongara Library! 📖🎣🌊

Join us for the launch of Granny Kirkup – A Wilunyu Matriarch by local author Billy Carr.

Raised in Dongara and now living in Geraldton, Billy is an Aboriginal historian, author and former fisherman with a passion for preserving and sharing his family’s Wilunyu heritage and the rich Aboriginal history of the Mid West.

This powerful story honours an extraordinary Aboriginal woman and the Wilunyu Sea People of Geraldton.

📅 Friday, 11 September
⏰ 11.00am – 1.00pm
📍 Dongara Library
☕ Light refreshments provided

Everyone is welcome! Come along, meet Billy and celebrate the launch of this important piece of local history.

Last chance to have your say on our Strategic Community Plan! We’re now conducting phone surveys to hear directly from o...
03/09/2026

Last chance to have your say on our Strategic Community Plan!

We’re now conducting phone surveys to hear directly from our community about what matters most to you and what you’d like to see for the future of the Shire.

📞 Want to take part? Simply contact Shire Reception by phone 9927 0000 or email [email protected] and we’ll add you to the list.

⏰ Registrations close tomorrow!

🌟Who makes our community a better place? 🌟We all know someone who quietly goes above and beyond, the volunteer who’s alw...
03/09/2026

🌟Who makes our community a better place? 🌟

We all know someone who quietly goes above and beyond, the volunteer who’s always there, the person who lends a hand and gives their time to make things better for others.

Now’s your chance to shine a light on them! 🙌

Nominate an individual or organisation for a Community Citizen of the Year Award and give them the recognition they truly deserve.

🏆 Nominations close 31 October

👉 Nominate online: citizenshipawards.com.au/nominate
📍 Or pick up a nomination form from the Shire Administration Office.

The Dongara Denison Drive Ins are back this Saturday! Our first movie of the season is The Mandalorian and Grogu which ...
02/09/2026

The Dongara Denison Drive Ins are back this Saturday!

Our first movie of the season is The Mandalorian and Grogu which follows Din Djarin and his young apprentice as they take on a high-stakes mission for the New Republic in the turbulent period after the Empire's fall.

🗓️5 September
🕝Gates open at 5.30pm
🍟Canteen open from 5.30pm

Join us for Star Wars under the stars! 💫

To all our book lovers - due to a staff meeting the library will be closed until 10am tomorrow. We apologise for any in...
01/09/2026

To all our book lovers - due to a staff meeting the library will be closed until 10am tomorrow.

We apologise for any inconvenience. 📖

What a fantastic turnout for the official opening of the Port Denison Boat Ramp and Floating Jetty last week!A huge than...
31/08/2026

What a fantastic turnout for the official opening of the Port Denison Boat Ramp and Floating Jetty last week!

A huge thank you to the community members who came along to celebrate this important milestone with us, as well as the Hon Sandra Carr MLC, representing the Minister for Regional Development, the Hon Stephen Dawson MLC, the Chair of the Mid West Development Commission, Lara Dalton and CEO Nils Hays, and the team from the Department of Transport.

We’d also like to thank everyone who helped bring this project to life, our contractors, Shire staff, Port Denison Volunteer Sea Search & Rescue, the WA Government, who provided funding through the Recreational Boating Facilities Scheme and the Small Grants Program.

Happy boating everyone! 🚤🌞🎣

📣 Have your say on the future of the Shire of IrwinAs part of our Strategic Community Planning, we’re now conducting pho...
31/08/2026

📣 Have your say on the future of the Shire of Irwin

As part of our Strategic Community Planning, we’re now conducting phone surveys to hear directly from our community about what matters most to you and what you’d like to see for the future of the Shire.

📞 Want to take part? Simply contact Shire Reception by phone 9927 0000 or email [email protected] and we’ll add you to the list.

⏰ Registrations close Friday, 4 September.

The phone surveys will continue until we have received enough responses to provide a statistically valid and representative sample of the diverse views across our community.

Your voice matters and your feedback will help shape the priorities and direction of the Shire into the future.

Address

11-13 Waldeck Street
Dongara, WA
6525

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+61899270000

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