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The Party on the Oval is an experience not to be missed. It is a fun filled family event coinciding with the end of the school year - an opportunity for parents, student and teachers to go wild.

The Honourable Rick Wilson MP and the Honourable Mia Davies MLA joined Council and the community in opening Memorial Park.

Nominations are now open for us to recognise extraordinary Pingelly people. Nominate your community or sports hero today.

PROPOSED LOCAL LAW The Shire of Pingelly proposes to adopt the following local law: Shire of Pingelly Bush Fire Local Law 2021: • Purpose – to revoke outdated Bush Fire by-laws as previously adopted by the Shire of Pingelly and provide a statutory means of effectively governing the operations of Bush Fire Brigades with the Shire of Pingelly. • Effect – revocation of outdated by-laws and to allow Bush Fire Brigades to be sufficiently governed so as to provide an acceptable standard for the operations of Bush Fire Brigades within the community. A copy of the proposed local laws may be inspected at or obtained from the Shire Administration Office 17 Queen Street Pingelly during normal office hours, from the Shire of Pingelly’s website www.pingelly.wa.gov.au, or by contacting the Administration Office on 08 98871066. Submissions about the proposed local law must be made by 4.00pm, 8 December 2021, in writing to the CEO at the address below, or by email to admin@pingelly.wa.gov.au. Andrew Dover Chief Executive Officer Shire of Pingelly 17 Queen Street Pingelly WA 6308

The election of Councillors has been completed and the Shire pleased to announce that the following Councillors have been elected: • Karmvir Singh (new) • Jackie McBurney (returned) • Peter Wood (returned) • Bryan Hotham (returned)

Read the version that was endorsed at the October's Ordinary Council Meeting.

The Shire of Pingelly has received a Development Application from Little Farm Pastured Eggs proposing to establish a Pastured Egg Farm. The Development Application is available for inspection at www.pingelly.wa.gov.au and at the Shire Office during opening hours up to and including 22 November 2021. You have the opportunity to provide your views prior to the Development Application being assessed by the Shire and determined by the Council. Submissions on the Development Application must be made in writing to admin@pingelly.wa.gov.au or to the below address and lodged with the Shire on or before 22 November 2021.

The Shire is specifically seeking EOIs to purchase chalets at the Pingelly Caravan Park for the construction cost of $120,000-$150,000 each. Each investor will be the full owner of their chalet and received the full profit after expenses for this investment. It is expected that visitors will pay $1080-$1140 for a chalet for a week. Figures are based on the Brookton Caravan Park. These EOIs will provide evidence of leveraged funding for the Shire of Pingelly to apply for a Regional Economic Development grant to upgrade the Pingelly Caravan Park, including providing upgraded facilities for the use by the chalet occupants, connection to services and to complete the Pingelly Caravan Park Masterplan. It is anticipated that this Shire will construct and manage the chalets on behalf of the owners and that the owners will enjoy a passive income stream. EOIs are not binding, only an indication of interest. If you are interested, further information and EOI Forms are available on the Shire's website or at the Shire Office.

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is currently undertaking a review of both sites to identify achievements to date, the challenges that have been experienced, and the opportunities for improvement into the future.

Learn more about our national day of action to remember that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?” if someone in your world is struggling with life’s ups and downs.

The Pingelly Youth Network are now set with a blueprint to work collaboratively to develop projects and initiatives for young people.

Following the Ordinary Council Meeting held last week, Council have requested for the advertising period to be extended.

The Wheatbelt’s newest Park is now open to the public, as the construction fencing was removed today at Pingelly’s new look Memorial Park.

The Pingelly Tourism Group and the Shire of Pingelly have joined forces to deliver the annual Tutanning Wildflower Walk.

Mobile phone coverage is important for our local residents to remain connected, as well as have access to telehealth, online education and emergency services.

The winter sunshine has made for a great day to snap some 'behind the fence' photos of the redevelopment.

The UWA Future Farm 2050 is hosting an Open Day to showcase the research projects being undertaken in West Pingelly!

During the past fortnight the BBQ and picnic shelters have been installed, along with the swing sets, fencing around the junior playground, toilet block, and utilities.

The Shire has been successful with the Australian Government’s Driver Reviver Upgrade Grant, and the WA Government’s Small Grants Program to progress the first stage of the Town Hall Future Use Project encompassing the tourism function. This Shire is also looking to determine the level of support from the community to modify Hall Street and Princess Street

News story submitted by Esperance Working Sheepdog Club

Information from the Shire of Pingelly and Main Roads

The Pingelly All Ages Shared Path project is nearing completion with only the concrete tie ins (pram ramps at road crossings) left to be installed!

The Shire is specifically seeking EOI’s from those in the arts, culture, tourism or hospitality industries which can deliver an outcome within the Old Courthouse building, that is complementary to the Memorial Park Precinct redevelopment and aligns with the Shire’s vision of increasing tourism visitation and experiences, by transforming Pingelly into a must-visit destination.

The Shire of Pingelly, in collaboration with the Pingelly Youth Network, has drafted the Pingelly Youth Strategy 2021-25 based on the ideas and contributions made by young people in the recent Future Starts With You’th Consultation series.

After facilitating the June Ordinary Council Meeting held on 16 June 2021 the Shire of Pingelly is pleased to announce that Andrew Dover has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

The May edition of Shire News for 2021 is now available.

The Memorial Park Redevelopment has been running smoothly with minimal disruptions.The past fortnight has seen the installation of the play fort to form part of the junior play space, as well as the installation of swings, water play feature, swings and granite boulders. The Water Corporation Meter has also been upgraded

Please be advised the Shire office will open from 10.30am on Tuesday, 2 June 2021.

Mr Neil and Mrs Yvonne Gill have generously donated an amazing historical collection to the Shire of Pingelly, comprising predominantly of sulkies and buggies from 1910-1925, for the Shire to preserve as a public display.