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MEDIA RELEASE: LOTTERYWEST FUNDING SECURED FOR FINAL PIECE OF APEX PARK
Posted 08 December 2023 MEDIA RELEASE: LOTTERYWEST FUNDING SECURED FOR FINAL PIECE OF APEX PARK PUZZLE

The much-anticipated redevelopment of Merredin’s Apex Park will be going ahead, with an announcement from Lotterywest this week, that the Shire of Merredin has successfully secured $2.1million from Lotterywest for half of the construction costs towards the redevelopment of the popular community facility.

PUBLIC NOTICE - RUBBISH COLLECTION OVER CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR
Posted 29 November 2023 PUBLIC NOTICE - RUBBISH COLLECTION OVER CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR

MEDIA RELEASE: MERREDIN REGIONAL COMMUNITY AND LEISURE CENTRE TEMPORARY
Posted 28 September 2023 MEDIA RELEASE: MERREDIN REGIONAL COMMUNITY AND LEISURE CENTRE TEMPORARY CLOSURE

As part of the transition of services from Belgravia Leisure to the Shire of Merredin (the Shire), the Merredin Regional Community and Leisure Centre (MRCLC) will be temporarily closed for a one-week period starting Friday, 29 September 2023, to undertake a deep clean and essential maintenance of the facility.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORDINARY POSTAL ELECTION - ELECTION NOTICE
Posted 20 September 2023 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORDINARY POSTAL ELECTION - ELECTION NOTICE

LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORDINARY ELECTION - CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Posted 29 August 2023 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ORDINARY ELECTION - CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

MEDIA RELEASE: MERREDIN REGIONAL COMMUNITY AND LEISURE CENTRE SERVICE TO
Posted 25 August 2023 MEDIA RELEASE: MERREDIN REGIONAL COMMUNITY AND LEISURE CENTRE SERVICE TO BE PROVIDED IN-HOUSE

The management of the Merredin Regional Community and Leisure Centre (MRCLC) will change hands later this year, with the Shire of Merredin (the Shire) set to directly provide the service, instead of the outsourced model which has been in place for the last seven years.

Candidate Information Webinar
Posted 18 August 2023 Candidate Information Webinar

WALGA in conjunction with the WA Electoral Commission and the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Activities are currently encouraging members of the community to consider running for Council, as well as reminding the broader community to enrol to vote in the October elections. A Candidate Information Webinar was held on Monday 14 August 2023 and a recording of the webinar, including slides and graphics is available for viewing.

BEE AWARE
Posted 20 July 2023 BEE AWARE

There are currently a number of beehives and swarms in the vicinity of Duff Street, Bates Street, Colin Street, Railway Ave, and Todd Street (along Great East Highway).

Council Adopts Corporate Business Plan
Posted 07 July 2023 Council Adopts Corporate Business Plan

The Shire of Merredin Council is excited to announce the adoption of the new Corporate Business Plan 2022/23 - 2025/2026 (CBP) during the recent Ordinary Council Meeting held on Tuesday, 27 June 2023.

Merredin Community Honour Veterans at Dawn Service
Posted 04 May 2023 Merredin Community Honour Veterans at Dawn Service

Hundreds of people, young and old, braved the cold winter morning to gather at the Merredin Cenotaph for the ANZAC Day Dawn Service.

Twice Blessed: Inspirational Local Tackling the World Stage
Posted 01 May 2023 Twice Blessed: Inspirational Local Tackling the World Stage

Chesney Maloney's life has been a testament to the power of organ donation and the resilience of the human spirit. At just 37 years old, she has already been through more medical procedures than most people go through in a lifetime.

Western Power Network Upgrades
Posted 28 April 2023 Western Power Network Upgrades

The following information regarding the Network Upgrades is being shared on behalf of Western Power.

GIFT OF LIFE BATON ARRIVES IN MERREDIN
Posted 14 April 2023 GIFT OF LIFE BATON ARRIVES IN MERREDIN

The Gift of Life Baton, an Olympic style torch that will be gifted to the World Transplant Games Federation following the 2023 World Transplant Games, arrived in Merredin yesterday afternoon after a 4300km journey from the Gold Coast.

Harmony Week Celebrations
Posted 07 April 2023 Harmony Week Celebrations

The Cummins Theatre hosted more than 180 people for the annual Merredin Twilight International Food Festival on Friday, 24 March 2023, which was held in celebration of Harmony Week.

MAIN ROADS WA - WORKS NOTICE
Posted 17 March 2023 MAIN ROADS WA - WORKS NOTICE

The following information is being shared on behalf of Main Roads WA.

IPWEA WA EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Posted 15 March 2023 IPWEA WA EXCELLENCE AWARDS

The Shire of Merredin has won three awards at the annual Institute of Public Works Engineering Australasia WA Excellence Awards held on Friday, 10 March 2023.

Ward and Representation Review Outcomes
Posted 09 March 2023 Ward and Representation Review Outcomes

In July 2022, the Hon John Carey MLA, Minister for Local Government, advised of the next steps in the reform process including the requirements for local governments to conduct a Ward and Representation Review, and to reduce the number of elected members based on population.

CARMEN Lotterywest Livestream
Posted 09 March 2023 CARMEN Lotterywest Livestream

On Friday, 24 March at 7.30pm, Cummins Theatre hosted a free livestream of Western Australia (WA) Opera’s CARMEN, live from the WACA Ground in Perth.

Upcoming Water Corporation Works
Posted 28 February 2023 Upcoming Water Corporation Works

The Water Corporation will soon commence work to refurbish ageing wastewater pipes in Merredin.

Pool Party makes a Splash!
Posted 02 February 2023 Pool Party makes a Splash!

The sun was shining and the BBQ was sizzling as families and friends flocked through the gates of the Merredin District Olympic Swimming Pool for the annual Australia Day Pool Party held on Thursday, 26 January 2023.

Gala Night 2022
Posted 17 January 2023 Gala Night 2022

The Merredin CBD came alive on Thursday, 15 December for the towns annual Gala Night with boot scooting, late night shopping and a visit from Santa!

Shire Facility Christmas / New Years Opening Hours
Posted 09 December 2022 Shire Facility Christmas / New Years Opening Hours

CBD REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT UPDATES
Posted 28 October 2022 CBD REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT UPDATES

Click here for the latest information about the Merredin CBD Redevelopment Project.

PIONEER PARK REDEVELOPMENT TO PROVIDE TOURISM BOOST TO WHEATBELT HUB
Posted 28 October 2022 PIONEER PARK REDEVELOPMENT TO PROVIDE TOURISM BOOST TO WHEATBELT HUB

Merredin Landfill Fees & Charges
Posted 27 October 2022 Merredin Landfill Fees & Charges

This information is to provide clarification on the minor changes to the Merredin Landfill Fees & Charges this year, why these changes have occurred, and how they are being implemented.

Who makes a difference in our community?
Posted 11 October 2022 Who makes a difference in our community?

Nominations are open for the Auspire Community Citizen of the Year award 2023. Community Citizen of the Year awards is your opportunity to acknowledge those making an outstanding contribution to our local community. We want you to tell us all about them, so next January we can all celebrate and acknowledge their commitment to our community.

Applications Open for the annual Eric Hind Scolarship 2023
Posted 05 October 2022 Applications Open for the annual Eric Hind Scolarship 2023

Encouraging all music students in the Merredin Shire to apply for the prestigious annual Eric Hind Scholarship.

Merredin Sucessfully Secures Desalination Project
Posted 30 September 2022 Merredin Sucessfully Secures Desalination Project

Merredin has been selected as one of only four locations throughout WA, to take part in a desalination technology trial. This project will be completed in partnership with Water Corporation, Murdoch University and Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development as part of the Water Smart Farms initiative.

Eric Hind Scholarship Awarded for 2022
Posted 26 July 2022 Eric Hind Scholarship Awarded for 2022

Merredin Shire President Mark McKenzie was proud to present this year’s winners of the annual Eric Hind scholarship to four lucky music students.

Mama Stitch: Stories About Merredin Mums
Posted 04 April 2022 Mama Stitch: Stories About Merredin Mums

Talented storytellers and musicians, Georgia King, Mark Storen, Holly Garvey and Tom Garvey farewelled the Cummins Theatre last Friday, with their season finale of Mama Stitch.

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