Welcome to the Shire of Dandaragan
The Shire of Dandaragan comprises of four townships; Jurien Bay, Cervantes, Badgingarra and Dandaragan. Situated approximately 200 kilometres north of Perth and covering an area of 6,716 square kilometres, the Shire of Dandaragan has a lot to offer both residents and visitors.
The Shire is the pinnacle of the Turquoise Coast, with pristine beaches ideal for swimming, snorkelling, diving, fishing and windsurfing within Jurien Bay and Cervantes whilst the towns of Badgingarra and Dandaragan offer beautiful national parks with native flora and fauna, bush walks, unique Australian wildflowers and farming land.
With its Mediterranean climate, the area offers a relaxed lifestyle capturing the best of both the beach and inland landscapes. The summer months (December, January and February) are hot and maximum temperatures can reach 40c. Rainfall in the district ranges from 600mm in the coastal areas to 350mm in the inland area in the winter months (June, July and August) when the temperatures drop considerably.
Last modified: 03/08/2016 12:46 PM
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTION CANDIDATE PROFILES
Link to view Candidate profiles here
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SHIRE OF DANDARAGAN RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD
Shire of Dandaragan Restricted Burning Period - PERMITS ARE REQUIRED
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PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION FOR LOT 62 ROBERTS STREET, JURIEN BAY - COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS
In response to some requests for information regarding the Proposed Development Application received by Council related to Lot 62 Roberts Street and part of Heaton Street Road Reserve, please see further information from Council Meetings from 17 February 2011, 15 December 2011, and 27 September 2012
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2017 CITIZEN & YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
Nominations are now open for 2017 Young Citizen of the Year Award and 2017 Citizen of the Year Award. The Shire of Dandaragan is again inviting nominations from clubs, organisations and citizens within the Shire for the above mentioned awards.
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PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR SELF SUPPORTING LOAN FOR JURIEN SPORT AND RECREATION CENTRE FOR PORTABLE TOILETS
The Shire of Dandaragan hereby gives notice that it intends to establish a self-supporting loan of $21,000 over a three year period at an interest rate not exceeding 3% per annum to assist the Jurien Sport and Recreation Centre to purchase two trailer mounted portable toilets.
Submissions can be made
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UPDATE ON GP MEDICAL SERVICES IN JURIEN BAY
On the 31st October 2017 the current operators IPN will be moving out and Spectrum Health Pty Ltd. will be moving into the Jurien Bay Wellness Centre.
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