"We're all in this together." That's the message from the Shire President in relation to getting through the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) global pandemic.

New restrictions have again been introduced regarding combating the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) with all Libraries, Art Galleries, Theatres and Museums directed to close.

The Shire of Gingin is committed to continuing to service the community whilst Australia deals with the Coronavirus pandemic. However, restrictions mean that we will have to change how we interact with the community.

With very interesting (and in some cases sure to be testing) times ahead, the Shire President would like to impart a few words to the community regarding the State of Emergency declared for WA in order to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus.

With the commencement of the Restricted Burning Period from 15 March 2020, you can now apply for a fire permit - note that permits are limited.

With the declaration of a State of Emergency for WA, the Shire has made the difficult decision to postpone the Gingin Triathlon until November 2020.

This media release provides clarification regarding the public letter from Cr Frank Peczka issued earlier this week.

Despite the rain, conditions have still been deemed too dry after a long hot summer to end the Prohibited Burning Period which has now been extended a further two weeks to 14 March 2020.

Working together with the Wildflower Society of Western Australia and Ecoedge Environmental Services, the Shire of Gingin will shortly be able to commence the planned upgrade works for Orange Springs Road.

The Shire of Gingin recently received funding from DFES under the Mitigation Activity Fund. Having experienced two severe bush fires in the past 12 months, this has generated some discussion so we've put together some 'Questions & Answers' for the community.

Mitigation works proved their worth during the Lancelin bush fire in 2019. The Shire of Gingin now has the funding to continue pursuing more mitigation works in 2020.

Health alert - please take care when swimming in the Moore River due to potential health risks.

Swimming, particularly in the Moore River, is a favourite past time for many visitors to Guilderton and other areas of the Shire of Gingin. During the warm summer months however, there are some things swimmers should be aware of.

Dr Nawal Soleman will be undertaking an Observership at the Gingin Medical Centre and will potentially join the team.

3 x workshops have been scheduled to now take place with this weekend's workshop in Lancelin cancelled. Next weekend's workshop will still take place in Ledge Point with 2 x new workshops scheduled for early 2020.

The Prohibited Burning Period for the Shire of Gingin district will commence from midnight tonight, 2 days prior to the previously advertised schedule.

The results are in and the Shire of Gingin now has 2 new Councillors and 3 re-elected Councillors to see us through to 2023.

The WA State Government has advised that with the Shire’s current conducted research it will not fund any infrastructure works to save a government owned reserve, park or infrastructure. Consequently Council has rescinded its decision to install the geo-textile wall at Grace Darling Park and has made a new decision to continue to investigate other avenues with advice from the WA State Government including the requested inundation study and subsequent updates to the CHRMAP document.

No homes were lost with mitigation burning in June 2019 immensely reducing the fire risk to homes on Casserley Way. The blaze is suspicious with 6 ignition points reported.

LANCELIN OFFICE CLOSED TODAY, 14 OCTOBER Unfortunately due to staff illness the Lancelin Shire Office will not be open today. The Shire apologises for any inconvenience this may cause. The Gingin Administration Centre will operate as per usual today.

The warmer weather is here which means that it won't be long now before the Swimming Pool in Gingin is open for the 2019/20 season!

We want your feedback on what you think about the health services on offer in the Shire of Gingin district.

Next Tuesday Council will be holding a Special Council Meeting.

If so then you will need to let the Shire of Gingin know. Read on to find out how.

The Shire currently offers two different types of community grants. Our final round for the Mid-Year Small Community Grants will start shortly and from 2020 it will be combined with our annual Community Grants Program.

The Shire of Gingin is excited to report that significant upgrades for Orange Springs Road will soon be underway.

You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the local government elections on 19 October 2019 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the Shire of Gingin.

If you've ever wanted to represent your community then this could be your opportunity. Information sessions are being held for prospective Elected Members and WALGA is also offering a FREE Webinar with further information about what's involved to be a Councillor.

Emergency remedial works are set to be carried out to shore up Grace Darling Park after recent coastal erosion.

Please take note of this 'ALERT' if you are in the Lancelin Bay area today, 6 June 2019.