News

Congratulations to Plant Operator/Labourer, Andrew Burns on 5 years of service with the Shire of Coolgardie.

Sparks flew, laughter echoed, and muscles flexed as the Coolgardie Volunteer Fire & Rescue Brigade blazed a trail of wellness at the Coolgardie Gym last week.

Congratulations to our Finance Officer, Leeanne on a massive 10 years of service with the Shire of Coolgardie. We asked Leeanne a few questions about her time with the Shire.

It’s been 3 months since Julie Davy, our new Warden Finnerty’s caretaker arrived from Perth to the historical Coolgardie residence, formally occupied by Warden John Michael Finnerty in the late 1800’s.

Coolgardie has been buzzing with excitement as the Coolgardie Outdoor Movie Series kicked off on March 2nd with a spectacular start.

On March 8th, in celebration of International Women's Day, the Shire of Coolgardie, in conjunction with the Goldfields Women's Health Care Centre, hosted a special event in Kambalda that brought together a diverse range of voices and experiences.

In an unexpected turn of events, the Coolgardie Recreation Centre has become the centre of a whimsical mystery.

Laughter, sharing stories, bringing joy, having fun and an opportunity to come along and have a chat with seniors within the community. This is what the Shire of Coolgardie Seniors Staying Connected fortnightly program is all about.

Kambalda's sporting scene just got a whole lot more exciting with the rise of SOC COOL1, a touch rugby team made up of local kids aged 13 to 15 .

In a transformative collaboration between passionate community members and the local Shire, the Kambalda Community is proud to announce the establishment of the Kambalda Community Garden, a vibrant hub aimed at fostering community spirit and sustainable living.

What an incredible evening of learning and networking. Our small business sundowner held in Coolgardie was a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow local business owners and tap into the wealth of knowledge shared by the KBCCI and GEDC. 

If you were at the Kambalda Community Recreation Facility on Pancake Day Wednesday the 14, February, you would have smelt the smell of delicious pancakes in the air.

In a commendable initiative to enhance bushfire resilience, the Coolgardie Community Recreation Facility hosted a  bushfire awareness session on February 12, 2023.

Exciting news for fitness enthusiasts in the Shire of Coolgardie and Kambalda! Aqua Classes have been extended and the best part? Entry is absolutely free for anyone aged 16 and above!

Last week, the Kambalda community library hosted a delightful event that left kids buzzing with excitement.

In a heartening display of community collaboration and proactive safety measures, the Royal Life Saving Western Australia (RLSWA), Kambalda WDHS, and the Shire of Coolgardie have joined forces to bolster lifeguard services at the Kambalda Aquatic Facility.

What a lovely day it was for our 15 Seniors, that participated in the Shire's Seniors Staying Connected program.

This January 2024 school holidays at the Kambalda Community Recreation Facility consisted of lots of different fun crafts, board games and movies.

On Wednesday 24, January the Shire of Coolgardie held an Australia Day Crafter-noon. Parents brought their kids down to the Kambalda Community Library to paint and decorate Australian flags to be displayed on Australia Da

In a recent session held at the Kambalda Community Recreation Facility, our senior citizens gathered for a crucial bushfire awareness presentation.

The Inter-town Holiday Program treated 5-12-year-old children from Kambalda and Coolgardie to an exciting day out in Coolgardie. A bus ride took them to three fantastic destinations – Coolgardie Mini Golf, the local museum, and the Coolgardie pool.

The Shire of Coolgardie is proud to release its biennial Community Survey.  The results of the Community Survey 2024 will be used to ensure that the needs and expectations of the community are being met by Shire services and facilities.

Hey Shire residents, Guess what? This Christmas, we're doing something totally awesome—introducing our very first Christmas Lights Trail Map, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

Are you 12 to 17 years of age? We want to hear your views!

Today, in the Shire of Coolgardie, we gathered with seniors from Coolgardie, Kambalda, and Norseman for a heartwarming Seniors Christmas Luncheon. It was a day filled with joy, laughter, and the spirit of Christmas, made possible by the generous support of our sponsors.

On the 27th of October we got spooky with a Halloween themed arts and activity session at the Coolgardie Rec Centre full of fun and snacks.

The Shire of Coolgardie has today inked an historic collaboration with Curtin University, a global leader in high-impact research, innovative education, and pioneering industry partnerships.

Congratulations to our Tourism and Heritage Coordinator Kat Fox on 5 years of service with the Shire of Coolgardie at the Coolgardie Visitors Centre.

Are you an avid reader or a movie enthusiast? If so, you're in for a treat at the Coolgardie Library! Every month, our library receives a fresh infusion of literary and cinematic delights that you won't want to miss