Shire of Katanning

16/09/2026

16/09/2026

14/09/2026

🌏✨ Calling Local Food Vendors, Performers, Stallholders & Community Groups! ✨🌏

Expressions of Interest are now open for Katanning Harmony Night 2027. We're looking for local individuals, community groups,
cultural organisations, artists, performers and food vendors to help create a vibrant celebration of culture, community and connection.

📅 Friday 19 March 2027
📍 All Ages Playground
⏰ 3:30pm - 8:30pm

Interested in being involved? Email [email protected] to register your interest and receive an application form.

12/09/2026

🌿🚜 GREEN WASTE COLLECTION REMINDER 🚜🌿

🍃 Time to tidy up your yard! 🍃

The Shire's Green Waste Collection will be taking place from 14-18 September 2026.

✅ Place green waste neatly on your verge before collection begins.
✅ Ensure material is free from contaminants and easily accessible for collection crews.

🌱 Let's work together to keep our community looking neat and tidy!

10/09/2026

LOCAL PUBLIC NOTICE

Notice of proposed disposition of property under section 3.58 of the Local Government Act 1995 (WA)

The Shire of Katanning proposes to lease a 32,292m² section of the Old Saleyard site on Dore St Katanning comprising all of Lots 531-534 and a portion of Lots 505-509. The lease is to Capital Bulk Pty Ltd acting as trustee for Commodity Ag, for a term of 2 years commencing October 2026, for an initial annual rent of $20,000 ex GST. The rent will be escalated by CPI, annually.

The market value of this disposition was determined by an independent valuer on 24 August 2026 and a rental value of $17,940 per annum plus GST was determined.

The Shire is inviting public comment to be made via post to Shire of Katanning, PO Box 130, Katanning WA 6317 or via email to [email protected] on or before 4.00pm, Friday 25 September 2026.

For further information, please contact Peter Klein at the Shire of Katanning on 98219999.

Peter Klein
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

10 September 2026

10/09/2026

NOTICE OF PROPOSED DISPOSITION OF PROPERTY UNDER SECTION 3.58 OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1995 (WA)

It is HEREBY NOTIFIED for public information and comment that the Shire of Katanning is intending to lease a portion of Reserve 52216 being the new Childcare Facility at 33 Daping Street, Katanning to The Gowrie (WA) Inc. to a operate childcare services.

The proposed term is for 10 years with a 5-year option. Consideration to be received is $167,500 plus GST per annum to be adjusted annually by Consumer Price Index (CPI). This amount has been determined by independent market valuation.

The Shire is inviting public comment to be made to the Shire of Katanning in writing or by email at [email protected] on or before 4.00pm, Friday 25 September 2026.

For further information, please contact David Blurton at the Shire of Katanning on 98219999.

Peter Klein
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

10 September 2026

10/09/2026

Projects and Safety Officer

The Shire of Katanning is seeking an experienced Project and Safety Officer who will be responsible for assisting the General Manager Operations to deliver various projects within the Shire and promoting a safe working environment through the implementation of appropriate safety systems, processes and methodologies.

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in project coordination or administration, contractor management, work health and safety, grant applications and stakeholder engagement. Experience delivering local government or public-sector projects, particularly infrastructure or building works, will be highly regarded.

Situated in the heart of Western Australia’s Great Southern region, two and a half hours southeast of Perth, Katanning is a warm and welcoming community that’s home to a melting pot of art, history, food and culture.

To request an application package or to discuss this role further please contact Moh Aeson (08) 98219 999.

https://www.katanning.wa.gov.au/employment/projects-and-safety-officer/288

To be considered for this position applicants must address the Selection Criteria as detailed in the Application Package.

Applications addressed to the undersigned should be sent to [email protected] or mailed to PO Box 130 Katanning, WA 6317 by 4.00pm 23 September 2026.

The Shire of Katanning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse workplace.

We are actively encouraging people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply for available positions.

Peter Klein
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

08/09/2026

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