Shire Of Upper Gascoyne News & Events

29/05/2026

KENNEDY RANGE LOOP TRACK REMAINS CLOSED

The Kennedy Range Loop Track remains closed, with a current reopening estimated as the end of June 2026.

KENNEDY RANGE LOOP TRACK REMAINS CLOSED
Estimated Reopening: End of June 2026

Due to damage sustained from Cyclone Narelle the western side of Kennedy Range National Park is still CLOSED. There is no access to the western side from the south or north entrance. We are sorry for those who have had to change their plans.

The eastern side of Kennedy Range National Park is open with visitors being able to enjoy the walking trails and the Temple Gorge campsite.

For up to date park details visit:
https://exploreparks.dbca.wa.gov.au/park/kennedy-range-national-park

For up to date road conditions and closures in the Shire of Upper Gascoyne visit:
https://www.uppergascoyne.wa.gov.au/roadreport

27/05/2026

🚜 NOW HIRING – Plant Operator / Serviceman
🚧 NOW HIRING - Experienced Maintenance Grader Operator / All Rounder
📍 Gascoyne Junction, WA

Join the Works & Services team at the Shire of Upper Gascoyne and enjoy a rewarding remote lifestyle near the iconic Kennedy Range and Mount Augustus.

✅ Competitive Salary Package
✅ Housing + utilities provided
✅ 10 days on / 4 days off roster
✅ 5 weeks annual leave
✅ Relocation assistance available

We’re seeking experienced operators with road maintenance construction/earthworks experience, and the ability to work in a remote team environment.

Applications close: Monday 22 June 2026

For more information or to apply: https://www.uppergascoyne.wa.gov.au/council/our-region/employment.aspx

☎️ Enquiries: (08) 9943 0988

27/05/2026

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE – PROPOSED DIFFERENTIAL RATES 2026/27

27/05/2026

📢 NOTICE – ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING

At the May Ordinary Council Meeting held on 23 May 2026, Council resolved to change the date of the June Ordinary Council Meeting.

📅 New Meeting Date: Monday, 29 June 2026
🕥 Time: 10:30am
📍 Location: Shire Council Office, 4 Scott Street, Gascoyne Junction

26/05/2026

📢 EXTRAORDINARY ELECTION – POSTAL VOTE 📢

The Shire of Upper Gascoyne extraordinary election will be held on Thursday, 25 June 2026 to fill two Councillor vacancies.

Candidates are:
• David Hammarquist
• Martin Baston
• Lance Root
• Teresa Tubby

📬 Election packages will be mailed to all eligible electors on the local government electoral roll.

✅ Completed postal votes must reach the Returning Officer by 6:00pm on Thursday, 25 June 2026.

📍 Postal votes may be hand delivered, or replacement packages collected from:
Shire of Upper Gascoyne
4 Scott Street, Gascoyne Junction

Office hours:
Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
Friday: 8:30am – 3:00pm

🗳 On election day, voting papers may also be hand delivered between 8:00am and 6:00pm at the Chief Polling Place:
Shire of Upper Gascoyne
4 Scott Street, Gascoyne Junction

Please post your vote early to ensure it arrives on time.

23/05/2026

IS IT 5.30PM YET?

The stage is set. Sound check complete.

Music in the Park 2026 is ready to begin with live music performed by Andrew Winton and Proud Mary

Music in the Park is held on the 4th Saturday of the month in Gascoyne Junction at the Town Amphitheatre at the Two Rivers Memorial Park

This free concert series is possible thanks to the RACIP Arts Activities in Regional Communities grant.

22/05/2026

LET THE FUN BEGIN

Getting the telescope ready for a night of stargazing at the Gascoyne Junction Pub & Tourist Park. Come and see the magic of the night skies.

The Under Gascoyne Skies Festival starts now. There will be more stars on the pub lawn with line dancing 101 at 7.30pm

Tomorrow the Music in the Park begins at 5.30pm at the Town Amphitheatre with Andrew Winton and Proud Mary

The stars are shining

22/05/2026

It was a pleasure having ABC Pilbara in Gascoyne Junction this morning.

Thank you for sharing our stories.

Thank you Gascoyne Junction for welcoming ABC Pilbara Breakfast's Kelly Gudgeon this morning! ☀️☕

Kelly will heading to Carnarvon next, and will be broadcasting live in front of the visitor’s centre talking all things tourism.

Come down and say hi on Monday and Tuesday between 6.30am and 8am!

21/05/2026

ABC Pilbara LIVE FROM GASCOYNE JUNCTION THIS MORNING
Friday May 22

We are so excited to welcome Kelly from ABC Pilbara back to the Junction today as we kick off our Under Gascoyne Skies Festival starting today.

Kelly will be chatting with locals from across the Upper Gascoyne. Make sure you listen in.

https://www.abc.net.au/pilbara