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Government of Western Australia, through the Small Business Development Corporation, are funding free business advice sessions with IPS Management Consultants. IPS Management Consultants is a provider of small business development regional services in the Peel region. They facilitate the free sessions with local businesses and are passionate about regional communities and helping our businesses achieve their goals.

Apex Envirocare have completed dredging of the Hotham River. Dredging was carried out successfully with sediment now settling and drying out in the Geotubes at the laydown area.

The Town Hall has recently undergone structural improvements as part of an upgrade project. This included the replacement of the existing stumps and braces supporting the stage and stair structures. The new components enhance the overall stability, safety, and longevity of these areas and improving the facility for community use.

The Bough Shelter project is now complete with the installation of log seating. The seating is a thoughtful addition to the Ranford Pool project, and celebrates connection to Country and community.

Business After Hours is back again, a free event designed to keep local businesses up to date with projects and initiatives that support economic development in our region.

Are you a local stallholder vendor? The Shire of Boddington is inviting stallholders to take part in the Community Christmas Celebration on Friday, 5 December 2025, from 5.00pm to 8.00pm.

Landowners and occupants are required to complete fire prevention work and maintenance on their properties by Saturday, 15 November 2025, and continue up until Monday, 27 April 2026.

The Shire of Boddington is pleased to announce the recent swearing-in of four Councillors, which took place prior to the October Ordinary Council Meeting. The Shire extends its congratulations to all Councillors who have now been officially sworn in for the new term of office.

Join the Boddington Early Years Network as we celebrate Children’s Week 2025 with a fun filled morning of sensory exploration and play. Be sure to bring a change of old clothes and a towel for messy play!

The Shire is excited to announce that the Library and Visitor Centre are now open seven days a week. This expanded service enables community members and visitors to access Library and Visitor Services daily from 10 am to 4 pm, with Better Beginnings sessions starting at 9 am.

The Shire has secured $1.9 million through Main Roads WA's Regional Road Safety Program to deliver major safety upgrades on Lower Hotham Road.

Works are about to commence on the Ranford Shared Path - an upgrade to the existing path that will enhance the connection between Ranford Pool and Hotham Park, and establish a continuous route for cyclists, pedestrians, and users with accessibility needs.

At the September meeting, Council supported a suite of community-led projects proposed by the Boddington Town Team, aimed at activating and beautifying the town centre.

The Shire was pleased to be part of the recent Community Market Day, with a Shire stall set up to share information on current and upcoming projects. The event provided a great opportunity for community members to engage directly with Shire representatives, ask questions, and learn more about local initiatives.

The Shire of Boddington invites expressions of interest for the roles of Independent Presiding Member and Independent Deputy Presiding Member of the Shire’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee.

As responsible members of the community, it is essential to ensure pets live happy and healthy lives while also protecting the local wildlife.

The Shire's Old School and Town Hall Project aims to explore opportunities for preservation, improvement and new uses that meet the needs of today while respecting the heritage of these sites.

At its August meeting, Boddington Shire Council approved a Business Assistance Grant of $555 to local business SH and JE Maddern Family Trust, trading as The Sheds at 7 Assay Terrace.

This year, the Shire Budget will be adopted later than usual, with adoption planned for the end of October 2025. This delay is due to the lengthy process for the determination of property valuations by external departments. Rates notices will be sent out in early November.

The Boddington Swimming Pool will reopen for the 2025-26 season at 1 pm on Wednesday, 15 October 2025.

Under the Bush Fires Act 1954, landowners or occupiers are required to complete fire prevention work on their property by Saturday, 15 November 2025. It is essential to maintain your property in accordance with these requirements until Monday, 27 April 2026.

The Shire of Boddington has officially endorsed the Council Plan 2025–2035 and accompanying Strategic Resource Plan (SRP). The endorsement of these documents marks a major milestone in strategic planning and long-term sustainability for the community. Together, these foundational documents chart the Shire’s path over the next decade, ensuring the Shire's priorities reflect community aspirations and that projects are responsibly resourced.

The new shelter for the Old Roller display is now complete. The shelter was designed to complement the historic Road Board Building.

The Shire of Boddington was proud to deliver the 2025 Boddington Career Expo in partnership with the Boddington Community Resource Centre and Newmont Boddington Gold.

A treatment for black beetle infestation will be applied to the Old School oval on Wednesday, 10 September 2025. The treatment is in granular form, and will be watered in immediately after application.

Council endorsed submissions to PoweringWA on its Draft Community Benefits Framework for renewable energy projects at the August Special Council meeting. The Shire of Boddington, along with 31 other local governments, called for stronger protections for host communities, including enforceable agreements, clearer benefit values, and inclusion of battery storage.