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The Shire of Carnarvon is seeking EOIs from suitably experienced catering providers to cater for the Carnarvon & Coral Bay Volunteer Awards Night, to be held on Saturday, 5 December 2026.

It was a pleasure to welcome the Hon Hannah Beazley BA MLA, Minister for Local Government; Disability Services; Veterans; Volunteering; Youth; and the Gascoyne, during her recent visit to the region for the Gascoyne Food Festival.

There’s plenty happening at Van Dongen Park, with contractors. First Class Constructions WA Pty Ltd, making great progress on the transformation of this important community space.

Carnarvon’s Litter Legends are turning rubbish into racing boats, with the Carnarvon Litter Legends Regatta 2027 receiving funding through the Keep Australia Beautiful WA Community Litter Grants program.

The Shire of Carnarvon Library & Art Gallery celebrated CBCA Children's Book Week 2026 with a vibrant week-long program aligned with this year’s theme, Symphony of Stories, bringing together books, music, creativity, and community.

The Shire of Carnarvon is delighted to announce that Cristy Burne, expert storyteller, author and scientist, is heading to Carnarvon in October 2026.

The Shire of Carnarvon is preparing a Coastal Hazard Risk Management and Adaptation Plan (CHRMAP) for the Carnarvon and Coral Bay coastline and is inviting the community to get involved.

As part of the Shire of Carnarvon’s commitment to reconciliation and truth-telling, the community will have the opportunity to experience The 7 Stages of Grieving, presented by Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company at Camel Lane Theatre on Thursday 3 September.

The Shire of Carnarvon was delighted to partner with the Carnarvon Tree Society and members of the community to celebrate National Tree Day Planet Ark at the Carnarvon Arboretum on Robinson Street on Sunday, 26 July.

Exciting things are taking shape at Van Dongen Park, affectionately known as the 'Banana Playground', with Stage One of construction and landscaping now officially underway.

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.