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City to offer CCTV subsidies from 2024
Published on Friday, 8th December 2023
Eligible City of Wanneroo homeowners will soon be able to apply for a rebate of up to $500 to subsidise the cost of purchasing a new home CCTV system.

City of Wanneroo welcomes new CEO
Published on Tuesday, 5th December 2023
The City of Wanneroo has welcomed incoming CEO Bill Parker.

Community Recovery Centre opens at Wanneroo Civic Centre
Published on Monday, 4th December 2023
A Community Recovery Centre has opened at the Wanneroo Civic Centre to help support those impacted by the Mariginiup bushfire.

Wanneroo community comes together in wake of bushfire
Published on Monday, 4th December 2023
City of Wanneroo staff, residents and business owners are rallying together in the wake of the devastating Mariginiup bushfire.

Santa Claus is coming to the City
Published on Friday, 1st December 2023
From community concerts to family-friendly fiestas, there’s a flurry of festivities coming to the City this December.

Yule be detoured: Christmas Fiesta road closures on 2 December 2023
Published on Wednesday, 29th November 2023
Road closures will deck the streets around the Wanneroo Town Centre for the Christmas Fiesta this Saturday, 2 December.

Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund activated for damage caused by Mariginiup bushfire
Published on Sunday, 26th November 2023
The Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund (LMDRF) was activated today in response to the destruction and property damage caused by the Mariginiup bushfire.

Sunset Sounds cancelled
Published on Thursday, 23rd November 2023
It's a challenging time for our community and we're focusing all our efforts on supporting those affected by the bushfires.

New sponsorship to accelerate automation and robotics technologies in the City
Published on Wednesday, 22nd November 2023
The City of Wanneroo has signed a sponsorship agreement with CORE Innovation Hub, putting Neerabup Industrial Area at the forefront of technological innovation in the State.

UPDATE: Evacuation Centre at Gumblossom Community Centre closed
Published on Wednesday, 22nd November 2023
The evacuation centre at Gumblossom Community Centre (17 Tapping Way, Quinns Rocks) has closed.

Apply for funding to activate Girrawheen Hub
Published on Wednesday, 22nd November 2023
Kickstart your idea to help activate your local area with a boost from the City of Wanneroo.

Pick up your free 2024 Community Calendar
Published on Monday, 20th November 2023
Visit your local library or the City’s Civic Centre to pick up your free 2024 Community Calendar.

Embrace the spirit of giving this Christmas
Published on Thursday, 16th November 2023
Help locals doing it tough this Christmas by donating toys, non-perishable food and living essentials to the City of Wanneroo Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.

Stay safe this summer in the City of Wanneroo
Published on Monday, 13th November 2023
As the weather heats up, it's important to keep water safety top of mind whether you’re at the beach, your local pool or at home.
Burning prohibited in response to bushfire risk
Published on Wednesday, 8th November 2023
Burning restrictions in the metropolitan area have been brought forward in response to the escalating fire danger across Western Australia.

Cr James Rowe elected City’s new Deputy Mayor
Published on Tuesday, 7th November 2023
South Ward Councillor James Rowe JP has been elected as the new City of Wanneroo Deputy Mayor.

Residents have their say on beach fishing
Published on Friday, 3rd November 2023
Aside from the WA Government’s new shark fishing ban, there will be no changes to recreational fishing on City beaches, after recent community engagement identified a lack of support for restrictions.

City of Wanneroo welcomes new and returning Mayor and Councillors
Published on Friday, 3rd November 2023
The City of Wanneroo has welcomed four new and four returning members to Council, including Mayor Linda Aitken, following their success in the 2023 Local Government Elections.

Wanneroo scores blockbuster exhibition
Published on Monday, 30th October 2023
The world-famous Brickman is bringing his Cities exhibition to Wanneroo Regional Gallery next month, giving you the chance to explore some of the world’s greatest cities though LEGO® brick creations.

Call for community representatives to nominate for advisory and working groups
Published on Thursday, 26th October 2023
Are you interested in making a difference in your community?

2023 City of Wanneroo Local Government Election results
Published on Tuesday, 24th October 2023
The Western Australian Electoral Commission (WAEC) has declared the results of the 2023 Local Government Election for the City of Wanneroo.

Notice of reschedule - Special Council Meeting - 6pm, Monday 6 November 2023
Published on Monday, 23rd October 2023
In accordance with Regulation 12 of the Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996, notice is given that the Special Council Meeting to be held on Tuesday 31 October 2023 has been rescheduled.

Town Teams put focus on community
Published on Monday, 23rd October 2023
The ultimate free, inclusive, community-focused placemaking event is coming to the northern suburbs this month.

Notice of Swearing-In Ceremony - 6pm, Thursday 2 November 2023
Published on Thursday, 19th October 2023
Following the 2023 Local Government Elections, the swearing-in of the new City of Wanneroo Mayor and Councillors will be held on Thursday 2 November 2023 at the Civic Centre, 23 Dundebar Rd, Wanneroo.

Dordaak Kepap reaches exciting milestone
Published on Thursday, 12th October 2023
Detailed design on the Dordaak Kepap Library and Youth Innovation Hub is now complete, with the tender for construction set to go out in November.

Be the star of the City of Wanneroo’s events series
Published on Thursday, 5th October 2023
Back by popular demand, the City of Wanneroo’s 2023/24 events series promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Spooky season has arrived at the City of Wanneroo
Published on Monday, 2nd October 2023
Wanneroo Library and Cultural Centre will be transformed into a ‘spook’tacular celebration of all things Halloween on Tuesday 31 October.

Thrill seekers head to Wanneroo Raceway
Published on Wednesday, 27th September 2023
The City of Wanneroo is proudly supporting the Festival of Speed 2023 which is set to roar to life at CARCO.com.au Raceway in Neerabup this weekend.

Local Government Ordinary Postal Election - Election Notice
Published on Tuesday, 26th September 2023
The City of Wanneroo is holding an election by postal vote on Saturday, 21 October 2023.

City backs community sheds to support wellbeing
Published on Friday, 22nd September 2023
Last month, as the Australian Men’s Shed Association celebrated 30 years of Sheds, the City renewed its commitment to supporting this important cause and promoting men’s health and wellbeing.
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