New Development Approved for Capel
We’d like to keep our community informed following a recent decision by the Regional Development Assessment Panel.
14 April 2026
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Construction Begins on Dalyellup Foodbank WA Hub
Big things are taking shape in Dalyellup, with Foodbank WA officially breaking ground on a new purpose-built hub set to support people across the South West.
14 April 2026
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Grow It Local Seed Giveaway – Dig In Before They’re Gone!
We’ve got a limited stash of autumn veggie seed packs ready to find new homes across our community.
13 April 2026
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Get Hands-On with Sustainability This May
This May, the Shire of Capel is hosting a series of practical, hands-on sustainability workshops and presentations designed to help you turn everyday items into something usefu...
13 April 2026
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Have Your Say: Draft Public Health Plan 2026–2030
Your health. Your community. Your voice. 💬
09 April 2026
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Our Coast. Our Future: Have Your Say on Dalyellup’s Foreshore
Two Opportunities to Help Shape Dalyellup Foreshore
08 April 2026
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Ferndale Oval Sports Lighting Upgrade – Project Update
Ferndale Oval in Dalyellup is getting new sports lighting, making it easier for clubs and players to train and compete beyond daylight hours.
30 March 2026
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Severe Tropical Cyclone (STC) NARELLE
Cyclone Narelle is due to make landfall tomorrow FRIDAY 27 March 2026 near Exmouth as a current Category 4 system.
27 March 2026
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Dalyellup Hutt Drive Toilets Closed
The public toilets at Hutt Drive, Dalyellup are currently closed due to water supply issues.
26 March 2026
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Shire of Capel appoints new Chief Executive Officer
The Shire of Capel has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following an extensive recruitment campaign.
25 March 2026
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The Shire of Capel wishes to advise community members and visitors to the region of our opening hours for the Easter Long Weekend.
𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 - CLOSED Good Friday and for the entire long weekend. Reopening, Tuesday,...
24 March 2026
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Waste Collection This Easter- Reminder
Good Friday bin collections will be 'Hop'pening on Saturday 4th April.
24 March 2026
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Captivate Capel vs Cyclone… and yep, the Cyclone came in swinging
Well folks, we gave it our best shot… but Mother Nature has other plans this year.
With some seriously wild weather rolling in (think cyclonic winds an...
24 March 2026
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Notice of Extension of Prohibited Burning Period
Notice is given that the PROHIBITED Burning Period for the whole of the land district of the Shire of Capel has been extended from 31 March until 10 April 2026 inclusive...
23 March 2026
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Heads up, Capel locals – cyclists rolling through!
The Hawaiian Ride for Youth will be passing through the Shire of Capel on Friday 27 March 2026 as part of their incredible 5-day, 700km journey from Albany to Perth, r...
23 March 2026
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Dalyellup Composting Workshop Recap
On 12 March 2026, the Dalyellup Community Garden came alive with composting curiosity!
18 March 2026
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Cheaper Home Batteries Scheme Changes
The Cheaper Home Batteries Program is now available to help more people install batteries, so Australian households, businesses and community organisations can get a discount of ar...
15 March 2026
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Capel Community Centre Toilets Temporarily Closed
Due to recent vandalism, both the male and female public toilets at the Capel Community Centre will be closed from Monday (16 March) until Tuesday 17 March while refurb...
13 March 2026
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Public Health Warning - Human: Bat Interaction
Bats pose a human health risk for severe illness from viruses such as Australian Bat Lyssavirus. If you see a bat, do not try to capture it or interact with it.
12 March 2026
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Better Beginnings Book Boxes Arrive at Shire of Capel Libraries
The Shire of Capel Libraries are excited to receive this year’s Better Beginnings Book Boxes, ready to be shared with local families as part of the statew...
13 March 2026
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Seniors' Journey to the Terracotta Warriors
On Thursday 15 January, the Shire assembled a fellowship of 51 senior adventurers, ready to embark on a quest to the Boola Bardip Museum in Perth, where the mighty Terracotta...
11 March 2026
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New Digital System at the Waste Transfer Station Gate
The Shire is introducing a new digital system at the gate of our Waste Transfer Station to improve service, accuracy, and efficiency.
11 March 2026
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Notice of Special Council Meeting
The meeting is to be held on 11 March 2026 @ 2:30 pm
09 March 2026
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Plant a Tree for Free
Help make your neighbourhood greener and get a cash rebate too.
05 March 2026
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Bin Services- Labour Day Monday 2nd March
Not to worry, your bin will be collected as usual on Monday 2nd March with your long weekend waste!
23 February 2026
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Labour Day Office/Library Closures
The Shire of Capel wishes to advise community members and visitors to the region of our opening hours for the Labour Day Public Holiday
23 February 2026
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Hard Waste Collection Update
Due to significantly higher volumes of waste being presented, our hard waste crews are currently running behind schedule.
20 February 2026
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Swimming Pool Invoicing 2026
Swimming pool invoicing for 2026 will commence this week.
20 February 2026
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marked the beginning of the Shire of Capel’s partnership with Datacom for our Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project.
What does this mean for our community?
19 February 2026
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Composting Workshops - With Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology
Join renowned regenerative practitioner Mark Tupman from Productive Ecology for an engaging, practical workshop on the art and science of composting.
19 February 2026
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