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The judges behind the 2026 Gascoyne Art Awards share their thoughts on Markham Boston's Sculpture without Wazza - the artwork awarded Best Overall.

An investment in local artists has delivered far more than a series of workshops for Carnarvon - it has become the launch pad for a thriving creative community.

There's exciting progress happening on the Tramway Walk Trail!

What began as a water-wise project with little more than a water tank and plenty of determination has grown into a thriving collection of local species and an important community resource.

The Gascoyne Art Awards 2026 officially opened with a wonderful evening celebrating creativity, connection, and the outstanding talent of artists from across the region.

The Shire of Carnarvon advises that the pathway within the future Van Dongen Park project site will be partially closed from Thursday 9th July 2026, when temporary fencing will be installed to establish the construction site.

The Shire of Carnarvon is pleased to announce it has successfully secured funding through the Streets Alive program delivered by Doing Co (formally Town Team Movement) in partnership with Main Roads Western Australia and the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA).

A new Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation (ACCO) – the Common Ground initiative, has been steadily growing in Carnarvon over recent years, driven by a shared vision for a stronger future.

Visitors and residents may have noticed works underway in front of the Dunnings mural as the Shire of Carnarvon relocates the well-known cactus garden previously located on South River Road.

Yesterday marked an important milestone for the Shire of Carnarvon, with Commissioner Martin Aldridge presiding over his first public meeting at a Special Council Meeting.

There was plenty of music, craft, sport, flippers, and reading fun at Timmy Turtle’s Picnic!

The Shire of Carnarvon is delighted to congratulate Mrs Dannielle (Danni) Hill on being awarded the Public Service Medal (PSM) in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours.

After three incredible days of music, storytelling, cultural experiences, art and community celebration, the 2026 Gnulli Festival has officially wrapped and what a celebration it was.

Carnarvon proudly welcomed tourism leaders, operators, businesses and industry professionals from across the State as host of the WA Tourism Conference 2026.

On Tuesday, during her visit to Carnarvon for the WA Tourism Conference, Minister for the Gascoyne, Hon Hannah Beazley MLA, visited the Northwater Housing Development to see firsthand the progress being made to support housing availability in the region.

The Shire of Carnarvon welcomes the appointment of Hon Martin Aldridge as Commissioner, following the decision by the State Government to appoint a Commissioner to lead the organisation until a new Council is elected in December 2026.

Australian visual artists are invited to apply for a residency at Australian Parliament House. The successful artist receives up to $40,000 in fees, travel support, and 12 months' behind-the-scenes access to create new work inspired by the home of Australian democracy. Applications close 11am AEST, Tuesday 16 June 2026.

New light installations have now been completed throughout Carnarvon’s town centre as part of the Local Connect and Create Project.

The Shire of Carnarvon presents Portraits of Yinggarda Elders II, a powerful exhibition celebrating the strength, stories and cultural legacy of eight respected Yinggarda Elders. Opening Saturday 23 May, 10–11am with a Yarns & Tea gathering during the Gnulli Festival, the exhibition runs until 13 June at the Shire of Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery.

Central Regional TAFE invites the Carnarvon community to a Reconciliation Week Watch Party Breakfast on Tuesday 2 June, 9am–10am at the Carnarvon Campus. Join staff, students and community to share a meal, yarn together and view the National Reconciliation Week broadcast live from Perth.

The Robinson Street public art installations are now complete. New seating and sandblasted artworks can now be found outside the Civic Centre and Gascoyne Bakery, delivered as part of the Shire’s Local Connect & Create project.

A powerful new welcome sign has been installed at Carnarvon Airport, proudly recognising that visitors and returning locals are arriving onto Yinggarda Country.

Carnarvon artists Barry Bellotti Snr and Karla Tittums have been chosen for the WA Regional Arts Triennial 3 at John Curtin Gallery, Perth. Their works will feature alongside 154 artists from across Western Australia.

The community is invited to the official launch of Carnarvon Common Ground on Wednesday 17 June, 10am–12pm at 13 Stuart Street. Come along to meet the Elders, explore new services and help shape solutions built by community, for community.

The Shire of Carnarvon has embarked on an exciting project to prepare a Coral Bay Precinct Structure Plan. This plan will help guide development in Coral Bay to ensure it is well managed and aligns with broader planning strategies and local community needs.

Carnarvon First Nations artists Karla Tittums and Devinia Wainwright returned home inspired after showcasing their work at WA's largest Aboriginal art event, the Revealed Exhibition at PICA and Aboriginal Art Market at WA Museum Boola Bardip. Both artists celebrated the exposure, networking opportunities, and chance to share their cultural stories on a statewide stage, proudly putting Carnarvon's creative talent on the map.