Culture and Community
Culture and Community is a Sustainability Pillar in our Sustainability Strategy 2021 - 2031. The relevant key principle is: 'We value our community's cultural knowledge and sharing this with future generations'. Our objectives related to this pillar are:
- Build a skilled, confident, and knowledgeable workforce who can positively respond to the challenges of sustainability and climate change
- Commit to a culture of sustainability embedded into all Council activities led by the Shire Executive
- Promote sustainable best practice within the broader community
- Work collaboratively with the indigenous population and develop best practice indigenous engagement and recognition strategies
- Work with our young people to develop a vibrant youth space in our community
- Embrace inclusivity and ensure availability and access of infrastructure and services to all minority groups including disadvantaged, and people with disabilities
- Promote partnerships with not-for-profits to deliver Shire activities and assist with infrastructure requirements that support sustainable principles
- Establish a community volunteering model that will provide long-term support to community groups
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What We're Doing
Some current projects related to the Culture and Community pillar include:
Posted 26 March 2024
Partial Funding Secured for Berridge Park Revitalisation
Construction to begin in 2025 thanks to $697,666 State Government grant
Posted 26 March 2024
Garage Sale Trail 2023: Impact Report Released
Nearly 20 tonnes of reusable items prevented from ending up in landfill locally
Posted 08 February 2024
New iPads a Win for Accessibility at Denmark's Library
iPads available to borrow for library members to boost accessibility to online resources
Posted 22 January 2024
Ocean Beach Closure: Long Awaited Project Begins
Works to begin on 12 February, with contractors to close site until further notice
Posted 09 January 2024
Kwoorabup Festival: Events from 5pm at Berridge Park
Join the festivities on Friday 26 January with activities, markets, food and more
Posted 21 December 2023
Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Review Update
Accessible engagement a top priority as part of the DAIP review
Posted 14 December 2023
School Holiday Fun at the Denmark Public Library
Fun and activities for kids and young families these summer holidays
Posted 11 December 2023
Denmark Christmas Festival This Saturday 16 December
Join us at Berridge Park from 5-9pm for Christmas Pageant, carols and more
Posted 29 November 2023
International Day of People with Disability 2023: Family Fun Walk
Shire and Kwoorabup Community Markets co-host 3 Dec all-abilities event
Posted 19 October 2023
Upgrades to Nornalup Jetty and Launch to Begin Soon
Work to start on 1 November, due for completion in time for peak summer visitation period
Posted 18 October 2023
Community Grants 2023/2024 Recipients Named
Seven community projects funded in this year's Community Grants round
Posted 12 October 2023
Save the Date: Denmark's 2023 Christmas Festival
Community invited to join the festive spirit on Saturday 16 December at Berridge Park
Posted 11 October 2023
Local Youth Careers Advanced to Centre Court
Local trainees recently completed training at Denmark Recreation Centre
Posted 11 October 2023
Disability Access and Inclusion Plan Review Kicks Off
Community consultation begins for major review of DAIP, focused on inclusion
Posted 28 September 2023
WOW Factor Coastline Trail Expansion Complete
Stage 2 of Denmark's popular WOW Trail completed, joining Ocean and Lights Beaches
Posted 26 September 2023
Step Towards Housing Availability Options in the Heart of Denmark
Proposal for multiple dwellings in Strickland St building conversion
Posted 07 September 2023
Kids Sensory Kits Join the Collection at Denmark's Library
Relaxation, Focus, Movement and Emotion & Feeling Sensory Kits Added to Library Collection
Posted 06 September 2023
Shire of Denmark CEO Recruitment Finalised Yesterday
Shire President pleased to announce CEO position has been offered to David King
Posted 09 August 2023
Access and Inclusion Funding Boost in 23/24 Budget
More than $30,000 allocated to Access and Inclusion projects and deliverables
Posted 08 August 2023
Applications Now Open for 2023/24 Community Grants
$25,000 worth of funding available to eligible community group applications
Posted 02 August 2023
Council Focuses on Youth Services and Facilities
Funding and support to deliver on youth services community priority
Posted 02 August 2023
Council Adopts Budget to Fund Community Priorities
Renewed focus on areas such as roads and youth in line with community feedback
Posted 06 July 2023
Public Consultation: Berridge Park Revitalisation Project
Youth Precinct design workshops Wednesday 9 August 2023
Posted 03 July 2023
Dual Naming of Iconic Landscape Sites to Progress
Shire receives support from Indigenous community on dual naming project
Posted 01 May 2023
Annual Volunteer Appreciation Sundowner
Come and celebrate! 5pm Saturday 20 May at Denmark Riverside Club
Posted 14 April 2023
Youth Fest 2023: Activities and Engagement for All
Come and join the fun from noon til 4pm, Wednesday 19 April at McLean Sports Precinct
Posted 28 February 2023
New Beach Volleyball Courts a Hit at McLean Precinct
Latest addition made possible by community groups, volunteers and donations
Posted 11 January 2023
Shire of Denmark Joins Membership of Reconciliation WA
Shire President Ceinwen Gearon is delighted to share news of latest milestone
Posted 29 November 2022
International Day of People with Disability 2022 at Rec Centre
Recreation Centre to host Something for Everyone on Saturday 3 December
Posted 17 November 2022
2022 Community Grants Recipients Named
Nine community groups named as grant recipients to a total value of $25,000
Posted 07 November 2022
Voice Campaign Welcomes Shire of Denmark's Support
"It's encouraging to see the depth of support from across the community"
Posted 28 October 2022
Shire Acknowledges Uluru Statement from the Heart
Denmark Shire Council acknowledges and accepts invitation of Uluru Statement
Posted 24 October 2022
Pump Track Comes to Life Thanks to Community Spirit
Exciting new community asset with youth focus takes shape in Denmark
Posted 15 August 2022
Connection Through Planting for National Schools Tree Day
Kwoorabup Nature School and Shire of Denmark collaborate to revegetate bushland
Posted 11 May 2022
Cultural Burn Trial Completed in Denmark
Important precedent set for incorporating cultural practice into mitigation work
Posted 21 March 2022
Shire Supports Community Environmental Education
Variety of programs receive support to encourage environmental education
Posted 21 July 2021
Community Propagation Workshop a Success
Revegetation Officer Mark Parre shared his knowledge with participants on Saturday
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Contact
Our Sustainability Officer and Community Development Officer can be reached at (08) 9848 0300 or enquiries@denmark.wa.gov.au.
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