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Mundaring Cultural Hub set to transform town centre
Posted 25 June 2026 Mundaring Cultural Hub set to transform town centre

The Mundaring Cultural Hub has taken a major step forward, with Council approving the project’s concept design and business case. This marks the transition into detailed design and procurement for the Shire’s largest ever infrastructure project.

Near miss camera to help improve intersection safety in Mundaring
Posted 19 June 2026 Near miss camera to help improve intersection safety in Mundaring

A near miss camera is being installed at the intersection of Great Eastern Highway and Stoneville Road to help improve road safety and better understand how drivers are using the intersection.

Deputy President recognised with WALGA Merit Award
Posted 17 June 2026 Deputy President recognised with WALGA Merit Award

Shire of Mundaring Deputy President Cr Luke Ellery has been recognised for his contribution to local government, receiving a Merit Award at the 2026 Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) Local Government Honours Awards.

Restoring a piece of Glen Forrest’s story: Heritage wall works underway
Posted 12 June 2026 Restoring a piece of Glen Forrest’s story: Heritage wall works underway at Octagonal Hall

Restoration works have been completed to preserve the historic stone boundary wall at Glen Forrest’s iconic Octagonal Hall, with Shire of Mundaring engaging specialist stonemason Ron from Art in Stone to lead the project.

Council backs brand new Slow Food Festival debuting in Mundaring
Posted 11 June 2026 Council backs brand new Slow Food Festival debuting in Mundaring

A brand-new signature food and wine event is coming to the Perth Hills, with Council unanimously endorsing $50,000 in funding to support the inaugural Slow Food Festival Mundaring – Food, Wine and Spirits 2026.

Local honours recipients recognised in King's Birthday Honours
Posted 10 June 2026 Local honours recipients recognised in King's Birthday Honours

Former Shire of Mundaring Councillor Colin James and local resident Emeritus Professor Mark Bush have been recognised in the 2026 King's Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to their professions and the community.

Reconciliation breakfast brings community together
Posted 04 June 2026 Reconciliation breakfast brings community together

Community members gathered at the Child and Parent Centre Swan on Tuesday 2 June for the National Reconciliation Week 2026 Gathering. It was a celebration of culture, connection and shared understanding.

Landcare checklist for Makuru (June – July) 
Posted 03 June 2026 Landcare checklist for Makuru (June – July) 

Makuru is the coldest and wettest Noongar season in the Perth Hills. It’s an ideal time to take advantage of the rain, plant local species and plan revegetation projects.  

Shire of Mundaring welcomes 58 new Australian citizens
Posted 21 May 2026 Shire of Mundaring welcomes 58 new Australian citizens

Shire of Mundaring officially welcomed 58 new Australian citizens from 18 countries during a Citizenship Ceremony held at Mundaring Arena on Wednesday 20 May, 2026.

Up to $100,000 available for signature events in the Perth Hills
Posted 11 May 2026 Up to $100,000 available for signature events in the Perth Hills

Shire of Mundaring is investing in the future of local events, with up to $100,000 now available through a new Signature Event Funding stream as part of the Shire’s Arts Culture and Event Funding Program.

Celebrating 30 years of training and community safety
Posted 08 May 2026 Celebrating 30 years of training and community safety

The Mundaring Firefighters School celebrated 30 years of operation on Sunday 3 May, marking three decades of training and support for volunteer emergency service responders.

Shire Continues Strong Canopy Work and Adopts New Memorial Policy
Posted 28 April 2026 Shire Continues Strong Canopy Work and Adopts New Memorial Policy

Shire of Mundaring continues to deliver practical action to grow and protect the local tree canopy, while also adopting a new policy to guide how memorials are managed on Shire-managed land.

Shire of Mundaring Art Collection Survey – celebrating 40 years of
Photo Credit: Photo provided by Josh Wells
Posted 17 April 2026 Shire of Mundaring Art Collection Survey – celebrating 40 years of creative practice

Mundaring Arts Centre Inc. invites audiences to explore forty years of artistic practice in the Perth Hills with Marks for Mundaring, a survey exhibition celebrating the Shire of Mundaring Art Collection.

WA Tree Festival 2026
Posted 16 April 2026 WA Tree Festival 2026

WA Tree Festival is the perfect time to recognise the vital role trees play in creating greener, healthier and cooler communities. The month long program celebrates the value of trees and encourages practical action to grow and protect our urban tree canopy.

Shire of Mundaring launches inclusive Sport4All program
Posted 03 April 2026 Shire of Mundaring launches inclusive Sport4All program

Welcoming and inclusive sport was at the heart of Mundaring Arena last week, as the community came together to launch the Sport4All program and celebrate a shared commitment to making sport accessible to everyone.

Attend ANZAC Day services across the Shire of Mundaring
Posted 01 April 2026 Attend ANZAC Day services across the Shire of Mundaring

ANZAC Day is an opportunity for us all to recognise and commemorate those who have served and sacrificed in wars and conflicts.

Planning for the future of our Hills community
Posted 24 March 2026 Planning for the future of our Hills community

Shire of Mundaring is planning for the future of our community, with a clear focus on protecting what makes the Perth Hills such a special place to live.

Citizen scientists gear up for the Great Cocky Count
Posted 20 March 2026 Citizen scientists gear up for the Great Cocky Count

The Shire recently held a workshop calling on citizen scientists to learn more about our black cockatoos and get involved with the Great Cocky Count – the largest survey of Black-Cockatoos in WA.

Community backs 24-hour swim for youth mental health at Bilgoman Pool
Posted 17 March 2026 Community backs 24-hour swim for youth mental health at Bilgoman Pool

Shire of Mundaring is proud to support a 24-hour community swim at Bilgoman Swimming Pool later this month.

Finding balance in the Hills: Greg’s Chair Yoga journey
Posted 09 March 2026 Finding balance in the Hills: Greg’s Chair Yoga journey

When Greg came across Shire of Mundaring’s Celebrating Seniors Program, he was simply looking for something different to try. The Chair Yoga session with Stone’s Throw Yoga proved to be a turning point.

Celebrating our Seniors Program: A fortnight of connection and wellbeing
Posted 05 March 2026 Celebrating our Seniors Program: A fortnight of connection and wellbeing

In November 2025, Shire of Mundaring proudly delivered 41 free and accessible activities as part of the Celebrating Seniors Program, recognising the valued contributions of older adults across our community.

Shire of Mundaring Celebrates 61 New Australian Citizens
Posted 03 March 2026 Shire of Mundaring Celebrates 61 New Australian Citizens

Mundaring Arena was filled with smiles, applause and proud family moments on Thursday 26 February, as 61 Shire of Mundaring residents became Australian citizens.

New Glen Forrest Jump Track Gives Kids a Real-World Alternative to Screen
Posted 27 February 2026 New Glen Forrest Jump Track Gives Kids a Real-World Alternative to Screen Time

As families continue to look for healthy, active alternatives to screen time, the Shire of Mundaring has delivered a practical local response with the official opening of the Glen Forrest Jump Track.

Meet our new Sport4All Inclusion Coach Michael
Posted 24 February 2026 Meet our new Sport4All Inclusion Coach Michael

Meet Michael Bourgault du Coudray – our Sport4All Inclusion Coach working with Shire of Mundaring to create more inclusive and accessible sporting opportunities across our community.

Shire of Mundaring Supports Owl Friendly Initiative
Photo Credit: Owl Friendly Margret River Region
Posted 23 February 2026 Shire of Mundaring Supports Owl Friendly Initiative

Shire of Mundaring is proud to support the Owl Friendly initiative and is encouraging residents to take action to help protect our local birdlife.

Council backs brighter future for Parkerville Oval
Posted 20 February 2026 Council backs brighter future for Parkerville Oval

Exciting news for the Hills community, with Council formally supporting the Parkerville Oval lighting upgrade and committing $446,065 to deliver the project.

Funding boost for local volunteer bushfire brigades
Posted 19 February 2026 Funding boost for local volunteer bushfire brigades

Shire of Mundaring has welcomed recent State Government grants awarded to the Darlington and Stoneville Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades.

Glen Forrest Jump Track lands with a high-energy community celebration
Posted 16 February 2026 Glen Forrest Jump Track lands with a high-energy community celebration

The Glen Forrest Jump Track is complete and ready to ride, delivering a bold, high-octane space for action, movement and connection in the heart of the Hills community.

Nest boxes continue to support black cockatoos more than a decade after
Posted 10 February 2026 Nest boxes continue to support black cockatoos more than a decade after bushfires

Artificial nest boxes installed across Parkerville, Stoneville and Mount Helena following the devastating 2014 bushfires are still producing endangered black cockatoo nestlings more than 10 years later.

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Posted 05 February 2026 Help us tailor Shire updates to you

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