Shire of Katanning

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

Waste Management Site Attendant/Operator

We are seeking to appoint a responsible person to fill the Waste Management Site Attendant/Operator position.

This position will provide a wide range of duties including operation and maintenance of Councils waste disposal/collection and recycling site, customer service, collection of payments and an opportunity to work in the Shires future transfer station. The successful candidate must be able to work in both a team and individual environment and in outside weather elements.

Situated in the heart of the Great Southern region, Katanning offers the perfect mix of picturesque country location with conveniences of city living. Excellent schools, hospital, doctors, dentist, shopping, community and sporting facilities are available in town.

To discuss this role further please contact Moh Aeson on (08) 9821 9999 or email [email protected].

To be considered for this position applicants must address the Selection Criteria as detailed in the Application Package.
https://www.katanning.wa.gov.au/employment/waste-management-site-attendantoperator/286

Applications addressed to the undersigned should be sent to [email protected] or mailed to PO Box 130 Katanning, WA 6317 by 4.00pm 8 September 2026.

The Shire of Katanning is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse workplace.

We are actively encouraging people with disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply for available positions.

Peter Klein
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

01/09/2026

UPDATE

We apologise for any inconvenience, but there will be no Coffee & Conversations with the Shire of Katanning Council this Saturday, 5 September.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back at our next session on the first Saturday of next month at the Daily Grind Cafe.

Thank you for your understanding. ☕️😊

31/08/2026

ROUND 1 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM NOW OPEN!

Does your community group have a project that needs funding to get it off the ground? Does it align with the objectives of the Shire of Katanning's Community Grants Program?

📅 Round 1 is now open and applications close on 10 September 2026.

📝 Application forms and guidelines can be found on our website: 🔗 https://www.katanning.wa.gov.au/events/organising-an-event/community-financial-assistance-program.aspx

Assistance and reviews of applications prior to submission are available by contacting the Shire of Katanning: [email protected] - (08) 9821 9999

31/08/2026

Come along to the Touch Football 'Come and Try' night! 🏈

28/08/2026

The Shire of Katanning (Principal) invites Tenders from suitably qualified and experienced civil and aviation pavement contractors for works to Runway 07/25 at Katanning Aerodrome, Katanning-Nyabing Road, Ewlyamartup, Western Australia 6317.

Tenderers must submit complete and separately identifiable pricing for both pricing options described below. The Principal intends to select one option only, subject to funding, risk, operational requirements and value for money. The Principal is not obliged to accept the lowest Tender or to proceed with either option.

Runway 07/25 is an existing sealed runway approximately 1,500 m long by 23 m wide. The design documentation records pavement distress including laminated seal, block cracking, localised failures and areas of surface water. Airport Consultancy Group Australia Pty Ltd (ACG) has prepared an Issue for Tender drawing set and associated bill of quantities for proposed rehabilitation and reseal works.

Option 1 comprises resealing of the full sealed surface of Runway 07/25 and associated visual aid and close-out works. The indicative quantities below are provided for tendering context only and must be read with the detailed BOQ and Contract basis of payment.

Option 2 comprises the pavement rehabilitation, runway strip regrading and reseal works shown in the Principal Design Documentation. The scope includes localised reconstruction of identified pavement failure areas, associated drainage and surface water management works, runway strip earthworks and regrading, patch sealing, full runway reseal, reinstatement of line markings, completion testing and all related close-out deliverables.

Tenders must be lodged before 5pm 18 September 2026, as follows:
(a) Online via https://www.tenderlink.com/katanning/
(b) Via email to [email protected] with email subject being “Katanning Aerodrome Runway Works - RFT-01-2026”.

Tender enquiries should be made prior to the close of tenders to Lisa Smith @ [email protected]

Canvassing of Councillors will disqualify.

21/08/2026

MEDIA STATEMENT

OceanaGold visits Katanning Following Ausgold Sale Announcement.

Senior representatives of OceanaGold visited Katanning today following the company’s announcement earlier this week that it had entered into an agreement to acquire Ausgold and the Katanning Gold Project.

The visit included a meeting with the Shire of Katanning to discuss the project, the proposed acquisition and OceanaGold’s intentions for the future development of the Katanning Gold Project.

Shire of Katanning President Kristy D’Aprile says, “we were delighted to host OceanaGold’s President and Chief Executive Officer Gerard Bond and Executive Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer David Bickerton.

“OceanaGold owns four operating gold mines and therefore brings a wealth of technical mining experience to the Katanning Gold Project and this experience combined with their sound financial position, materially strengthens the prospect of a mine start-up and a seamless transition from exploration to gold production.”

President D’Aprile says “Mr Bond assured the Shire that OceanaGold had acquired the Katanning Gold Project with the absolute intention of bringing it into production as soon as possible. He also took the time to discuss OceanaGold’s values of care and community, which reassured me that the company will continue the productive local relationships and concern for community impact that have underpinned our relationship with Ausgold to date,” President D’Aprile said.

“Mr Bond explained that two of OceanaGold’s current gold mines, at Waihi in New Zealand and Kershaw in South Carolina, operate on the immediate outskirts of small towns, providing the company with significant experience in managing community relations and maintaining its social licence.”

President D’Aprile says she “came away from today’s meeting feeling that the Katanning Gold Project is in good hands. Ausgold has worked hard to establish positive local relationships and I am confident OceanaGold will build on that foundation as the project progresses,” she concluded.

An Ausgold shareholder vote on the proposed sale to OceanaGold is expected to be held in November 2026.

For further information, contact;
Kristy D’Aprile
President
0427 211 705

OceanaGold, Ausgold & Katanning Shire representatives.

OceanaGold President & CEO Mr Gerard Bond on Kristy’s left.

21/08/2026

BMX Track Jam Session is Coming to Katanning! 🚴

Get ready for an action-packed day of BMX fun at the Katanning BMX Track on Saturday, 19 September 2026, from 11:00am to 2:00pm! Bring your bike and helmet and enjoy live BMX demonstrations from Freestyle Now, ride the track, music, giveaways, prizes, a free sausage sizzle, Sea Breeze Ice Cream, and plenty of fun for all ages.

Don't forget, the winners of the Colouring Competition will be announced on the day!

Keep those colouring competition entries coming in! Colouring sheets can be collected from any Shire of Katanning facility, so grab one, get creative, and make sure your masterpiece is entered before the event.

📅 Saturday, 19 September 2026
⏰ 11:00am - 2:00pm
📍 Katanning BMX Track

This is a FREE community event, so bring your family and friends along for a fantastic day at the track!