Health and Happiness
Health and Happiness is a Sustainability Pillar in our Sustainability Strategy 2021 - 2031. The relevant key principle is: 'Building the well-being of our people is important for the long-term health of our community'. Our objectives related to this pillar are:
- Foster and encourage an active, health and happy workforce
- Support human-centred design principles in current and future public spaces, streetscapes and neighbourhoods
- Prioritise investment in community initiatives to improve health, well-being and community connection
- Support initiatives that create connected communities with key service areas
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What We're Doing
Current projects related to the Health and Happiness 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 14 February 2024
School Holiday Program Flyer: Get Your Activity Featured
Contact Community Services before Monday 4 March to be featured for free
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 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 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 08 November 2023
Get Involved in Seniors Week 2023 from 12-19 November
Something for everyone in Seniors Week 2023, hosted at Rec Centre, Library and CRC
Posted 19 October 2023
Community Urged to Prepare for Bushfire Season 23-24
Upcoming Bushfire Ready Weekend to assist community members to prepare
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
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 08 August 2023
Applications Now Open for 2023/24 Community Grants
$25,000 worth of funding available to eligible community group applications
Posted 07 August 2023
Budget Delivers on Wishes from Peaceful Bay Community
Funding allocated for new fish cleaning facilities and better public toilet access
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 28 June 2023
Strategic Community Plan Major Review Complete
Our Future 2033 replaces Denmark 2027
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 20 January 2023
Facility Upgrades to Prawn Rock Channel Recreational Area
Erosion remediation, new beach access and new accessible toilet block for Prawn Rock Channel
Posted 24 October 2022
Pump Track Comes to Life Thanks to Community Spirit
Exciting new community asset with youth focus takes shape in Denmark
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Other Local Initiatives
Information about relevant Shire supported and community-led initiatives related to the Health and Happiness pillar will be listed here.
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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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