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The Shire of Carnarvon and the Carnarvon Chamber of Commerce and Industry are joining forces once again to encourage residents and visitors to shop, dine, and spend locally this festive season.

The Shire of Carnarvon is proud to announce it has received two prestigious state awards and been named a finalist in two additional categories, recognising the organisation’s commitment to leadership, staff wellbeing, and inclusive workplace culture.

St Mary Star of the Sea College, Carnarvon, invites expressions of interest from Aboriginal artists to create culturally significant artwork on walls and other surfaces throughout the College grounds.

Carnarvon organisations have united to deliver the Carnarvon campaign for 16 Days in WA, with a focus on education, awareness, healing, and shifting attitudes around family and domestic violence.

The Shire of Carnarvon is proud to be named a finalist in three categories of the Tidy Towns Sustainable Communities Awards, recognising the hard work and community spirit that make Carnarvon such a special place.

The Shire of Carnarvon is excited to announce that it has successfully received $3,000 in grant funding through Advocare, supported by the Department of Communities and Lotterywest, to celebrate Seniors Week 2025.

After an incredible opening night for Exquisite Bodies, bookings are now open for guided group sessions, an experience you won't want to miss!

Swearing-In Ceremony of newly elected and returning Councillors.

The Shire of Carnarvon is proud to present the return of the Carnarvon This Life Summer Event Series, a vibrant program of summer events from January – March 2026.

The Shire of Carnarvon advises that the results of the 2025 Local Government Election have now been declared.

Throughout 2025, the Shire of Carnarvon has had the pleasure of hosting acclaimed artist Linda Tegg through the national SPACED program, an initiative bringing artists into regional communities to create work in deep collaboration with people and place

The Shires of Carnarvon, Exmouth, Shark Bay, and Upper Gascoyne, in partnership with the Gascoyne Development Commission, are seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from artists to design an original artwork to feature on the cover of the upcoming Gascoyne Regional Arts Plan 2025–2030.

The Shire of Carnarvon and our Major Supporter Lotterywest are pleased to provide the community with an update on the Van Dongen Park project.

Created by disabled artist Bruno Booth and Lilly Blue (Head of Creativity and Learning, AGWA), this hands-on exhibition is a space for creativity, conversation, and empathy, gently challenging our assumptions about bodies and ability.

Over the past few weeks, local artist Leanne Gillham has been working alongside school students to bring a splash of colour to the café walls. The result? A vibrant mural celebrating our unique local animals and flora.

The Shire of Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery now has a Home Energy Audit Kit available for loan

The Shire of Carnarvon, in partnership with Tourism Council WA, is calling for passionate locals to join the WA Tourism Conference 2026 – Carnarvon Working Group.

The Shire of Carnarvon is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to co-create a meaningful, inclusive community event for International Day of People with a Disability on 3 December 2025 (or in the surrounding week).

The entire town celebrated CBCA Children’s Book Week between 16-23 August!

At a Special Council Meeting this week, the Shire of Carnarvon took major steps toward revitalising key infrastructure and boosting liveability and economic growth, allocating the $15.5 Million Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program (RPPP) funding package and endorsing the start of the Tramway Bridge reinstatement as part of the funding package.

The Shire of Carnarvon is pleased to announce Carmen Reilly has been appointed Project Manager for the upcoming 16 Days in WA campaign. This grant-funded position emerges from the Carnarvon Alcohol and Other Drug (CAOD) Working Group, administered by the Shire of Carnarvon and funded by the @ Alcohol & Drug Foundation.

The Shire of Carnarvon has recently completed a targeted mesquite mulching program at Bibbawarra Bore, marking a significant step in the control of this highly invasive weed species.

The Shire of Carnarvon is proud to present an inspiring LGBTQIA+ youth project this spring school holidays at the Community Art Hub. Through creative workshops and drop-in sessions, young people aged 12–25 will have the opportunity to share their stories, design personal flags, and contribute to a powerful statewide artwork that celebrates diversity, pride, and unity.

At the Special Council Meeting held on Tuesday, 2 September, Council considered the officer recommendation to advocate for the reallocation of the $4.5 million State funding from the One Mile Jetty to the Tramway Bridge.

The Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery was packed on Friday evening, 29 August as locals came together for the opening of "Solid Ground", the fantastic new art exhibition showcasing artists from across our region. The event highlighted the Gascoyne's vibrant creative scene, with artworks that captured everything from environmental themes to bold visions of the future, leaving attendees inspired.

The Shire of Carnarvon is pleased to confirm that deployment of the new artificial reef off the Carnarvon coastline is well underway, with approximately half of the reef modules already in the water this week.

The Shire of Carnarvon looking for a passionate, inclusive facilitator to run 5 creative workshops for young LGBTIQA+ people and allies (ages 13–24). The YOUnity Program connects regional youth through art, music & storytelling — culminating in a major statewide showcase during Perth PrideFest 2026.

The Shire of Carnarvon and CAOD Working Group are seeking a Creative Project Manager to lead a community-driven project for the 16 Days in WA campaign (Nov–Dec 2025). This paid role ($3000) focuses on creative expression, cultural connection, and raising awareness to stand against gender-based violence.

The Shire of Carnarvon is seeking Expressions of Interest from local and visiting artists to lead paid creative workshops for its new Friday Night Art Club. Share your skills in any medium with the community by submitting your workshop idea and quote.