The Shire of Merredin is pleased to announce the appointment of the Shire President as Donna Crook and Deputy Shire President as Renee Manning.

On Saturday 18 October 2025, the Shire of Merredin held an Ordinary Election to elect members to Council.

Councillor Brad Anderson was first elected 14 years ago, stepping in at a time when there were vital decisions to be made for several large projects.

The Shire is excited to announce that the restoration works on our heritage-listed Water Tower are now completed.

On Thursday 4 September 2025, the Shire of Merredin was proud to welcome His Excellency the Honourable Chris Dawson AC APM, Governor of Western Australia, and Mrs Darrilyn Dawson, wife of the Governor.

The Shire of Merredin is holding an election by postal vote on Saturday, 18 October 2025 to fill vacancies in the offices of Councillors.

Councillor Mark McKenzie has tendered his resignation from Council ahead of the 2025 Local Government Elections.

At the August Ordinary Council meeting, Council endorsed the new Shire Organisational Values.

The Shire of Merredin Council Plan 2025-2035 has officially been adopted.

You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the local government elections on 18 October 2025 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the Shire of Merredin.

The Shire of Merredin is progressing into the final design phase for the planned upgrades to Crooks Road, with construction scheduled to commence mid-August.

The Council Plan draft is ready for feedback from the community, so we're inviting residents to join us for a meeting on 11 August 2025.

Applications for the Eric Hind Music Scholarship 2025/26 are now open.

As part of the Crooks Road reconstruction project, Insignia Way will be closed as a through-road for the duration of the works.

The Shire of Merredin has adopted the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2025 – 2030.

The five lucky winners of the Shire’s Water Tower promotion were officially drawn on Monday, 16 June 2025

The first Derby for the 2025 season took place on Saturday 24th May at the Merredin Regional Community & Leisure Centre. A large crowd came out to support all three teams, sporting their colours and merch.

Today, 11 June 2025, is Thank a First Responder Day, a time for all Australians to show their appreciation for those who dedicate their lives to protecting the public. The Shire of Merredin proudly recognises the first responders within our community and across Australia.

Ever wondered what Merredin looks like from above? Here’s your chance to take in the sweeping views from the top of Merredin’s iconic Water Tower!

The Shire of Merredin advises that it has received and accepted the formal resignation of Councillor Megan Simmonds, who has made the decision to step down from her role as Councillor, effective immediately.

Before dawn on Friday, 25 April 2025, silence fell across town as hundreds of locals, Wheatbelt residents, and travelling visitors gathered at the Merredin Cenotaph to honour the legacy of the ANZACs and all who have served our country.

Apex Park | Danjoo Waabininy Boodja was buzzing with excitement on Saturday, 19 April 2025, as families gathered for Merredin’s inaugural Easter in the Park celebration.

On Saturday, 12 April 2025, our community came together for a magical evening at Movie Under the Stars.

The Shire of Merredin officially unveiled its revitalised Central Business District on Tuesday, 15 April 2025, marking a major milestone in the town’s transformation.

The restoration of the iconic Water Tower is now in its final stages.

The Shire of Merredin Councillors would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the Merredin Show Committee for delivering yet another outstanding event in 2025.

Time is running out to share your thoughts on the future of our community! The consultation period for the Council Plan closes in just two weeks, and we want to hear from as many residents as possible.

Over the weekend of 21-22 March 2025, Merredin embraced the spirit of inclusivity as approximately 200 people gathered for the Harmony Week Festival.