The Shire of Carnarvon advises the community that between late last week, over the weekend, and today, six elected members of Council, including the Shire President, tendered their resignations from Council.

The Shire of Carnarvon advises that Shire President, Eddie Smith, has formally resigned from the position of Shire President, effective Friday, 1 May 2026.

The Carnarvon This Life Summer Series has wrapped for 2026, drawing more than 1,500 attendees across 10 events and delivering a strong boost to local venues, artists and community activity during the quieter summer season.

Carnarvon is set to take centre stage this May with the launch of the Gnulli Festival, a new cultural event celebrating community, culture and Country from Friday 22 May to Sunday 24 May 2026.

The Shire of Carnarvon is proud to announce that Carnarvon will host the Western Australian Tourism Conference from 25 to 27 May 2026, marking the first time the conference has been held in Carnarvon and the first time it has been hosted in the Gascoyne region.

Melbourne-based artist Linda Tegg is returning to Carnarvon for the final stage of her residency as part of Circular Economies, supported by SPACED and the Shire of Carnarvon. Her new project, Situational Awareness, explores the region's night skies, the historic OTC satellite dish, and Yinggarda cultural stories, premiering at the Carnarvon Space and Technology Museum before travelling to PICA in 2026.

The Shire of Carnarvon is excited to announce that restoration works on the iconic Tramway Bridge are continuing to progress.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 Library & Art Gallery is proud to be the first venue in Western Australia to host an exhibition as part of the Regional Arts Triennial 3: Radical Futures. Radical Futures: SOLID GROUND, opens 29 August and officially launches this major statewide arts initiative celebrating regional creativity across Western Australia.

The Shire of Carnarvon's Litter Legends program is celebrating its fourth round after evolving from the Clean Community Coffees initiative. Initially launched with Community Litter Grants funding, the program's success has prompted the Shire to continue supporting it independently. Participants receive a coffee voucher from local cafes in exchange for collecting rubbish.

The Shire of Carnarvon is seeking community feedback on plans to install security fencing at the Pioneer Cemetery to protect this significant heritage site and its infrastructure. The project involves the installation of Garrison-style security fencing around the cemetery perimeter, with designated entry and exit points. Future security upgrades will include electronic time-locked gates to manage access more effectively.

The Shire of Carnarvon has approved a revised planning application by DG Corp, paving the way for an exciting waterfront development at the Fascine.

The Shire of Carnarvon is pleased to announce the formation of the Executive Management Group, a dedicated leadership team focused on enhancing efficiency, fostering innovation, and delivering exceptional services to our community.

After nearly 40 years of silence, Carnarvon's iconic NASA-linked OTC satellite dish is blasting back to life!

The Shire of Carnarvon is proud to announce that Hana Smith, our Youth Team Lead, has been crowned the winner of the Tidy Towns State Awards – Young Legend Award! 

ABC Foundation has received $122,000 in State Government funding for a new e-waste sorting and processing facility.

With a strong understanding of the community's unique challenges, Amanda is excited to reconnect with familiar faces and meet new ones in the coming weeks. She is committed to working closely with the Council and the community to gain deeper insights into their priorities and future aspirations. Amanda encourages everyone to reach out as she settles into her role over the next few months.