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Antipodeans against abstraction revisited at Town Hall
Posted 22 July 2025 Antipodeans against abstraction revisited at Town Hall

The Albany Town Hall will host an exhibition of significant Australian artworks when 'The Antipodean Manifesto: Works from The State Art Collection' opens on July 25.

City budget to deliver rural roads, housing and infrastructure
Posted 22 July 2025 City budget to deliver rural roads, housing and infrastructure

The City of Albany has adopted its 2025/2026 Budget, delivering one of the most significant capital works programs in its history while addressing community priorities for better rural roads and increased housing availability.

Swell of excitement over Southern Ocean Surf Reef
Posted 16 July 2025 Swell of excitement over Southern Ocean Surf Reef

The City of Albany is proud to announce the successful completion of the Southern Ocean Surf Reef, a landmark project that is already generating a swell of excitement among surfers, tourists and the wider Great Southern community.

Urban greening project supports possums and people
Posted 07 July 2025 Urban greening project supports possums and people

The City of Albany is partnering with South Coast NRM to deliver two new urban greening sites that will boost canopy connectivity for the endangered Western Ringtail Possum.

Maritime-inspired artworks launch at Vancouver Arts
Posted 23 June 2025 Maritime-inspired artworks launch at Vancouver Arts

A captivating collection of ocean-themed artworks will anchor this year’s Maritime Festival when the Albany Maritime Art Exhibition opens at Vancouver Arts Centre on Wednesday, July 3.

Albany honours next generation for NAIDOC Week
Posted 19 June 2025 Albany honours next generation for NAIDOC Week

The City of Albany is proud to support NAIDOC Week 2025 with a vibrant program of free and ticketed events celebrating this year’s theme: The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy.

Live @ the Town Hall goes all-ages
Posted 17 June 2025 Live @ the Town Hall goes all-ages

Albany’s Town Hall will transform into a high-energy, all-ages music venue on Saturday, July 5 when Live @ the Town Hall returns with a night designed to connect young people through live music.

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Posted 06 June 2025 Potential Phishing Email

City supports community action on elder abuse
Posted 05 June 2025 City supports community action on elder abuse

The City of Albany is marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15 with a series of free community events aimed at raising awareness, fostering inclusion, and helping senior residents stay safe and connected.

New equipment enhances beach accessibility
Posted 03 June 2025 New equipment enhances beach accessibility

Beach access has been significantly improved for people with mobility challenges thanks to new equipment and upgraded infrastructure at two of Albany’s most popular beaches.

Photographic exhibition challenges historical views
Posted 27 May 2025 Photographic exhibition challenges historical views

A striking new photographic exhibition opens at Albany Town Hall this week and invites visitors to reflect on the transformation of Western Australia’s landscape through a historical and cultural lens.

Maritime Festival returns to make waves this winter
Posted 22 May 2025 Maritime Festival returns to make waves this winter

A vibrant program of winter events will celebrate the region’s maritime heritage when the City of Albany’s Maritime Festival returns this July, again in partnership with the Albany International Folk n’ Shanty Festival.

Albany events invite reflection during Reconciliation Week
Posted 19 May 2025 Albany events invite reflection during Reconciliation Week

The City of Albany is proud to support National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2025 with a series of free community events that reflect this year’s theme, 'Bridging Now to Next'.

Redeveloped Club to support next generation of lifesavers
Posted 15 May 2025 Redeveloped Club to support next generation of lifesavers

The redeveloped Albany Surf Life Saving Club has officially opened, marking the beginning of a new era for lifesaving services and community connection at Binalup / Middleton Beach.

Scorecard reveals strengths and priorities for the future
Posted 14 May 2025 Scorecard reveals strengths and priorities for the future

The City of Albany continues to perform strongly as a place to live, work and visit, with the 2025 MARKYT Community Scorecard showing upward trends in performance and engagement across key service areas.

City pilot gives business ideas a head start
Posted 09 May 2025 City pilot gives business ideas a head start

The City of Albany is launching a new pilot program to give future and current business owners a head start, with direct access to expert advice before lodging an application.

Illegal wood collection results in court fine
Posted 09 May 2025 Illegal wood collection results in court fine

The City of Albany is urging residents to respect environmental regulations after a recent court case resulted in a $3,850 fine for unlawful wood collection.

Live @ the Town Hall returns with national indie callout
Posted 08 May 2025 Live @ the Town Hall returns with national indie callout

The City of Albany is calling for expressions of interest from original music acts across Australia to perform at the third Live @ the Town Hall concert of 2025, taking place on Saturday, August 23.

Free workshops to help businesses improve inclusion
Posted 15 April 2025 Free workshops to help businesses improve inclusion

Albany businesses are being encouraged to take part in free Disability and Inclusion Awareness Training next month as part of the ongoing Good Access is Good Business project.

Community collaboration enhances Avenue of Honour
Posted 14 April 2025 Community collaboration enhances Avenue of Honour

Enhancements will commence in late April to revitalise the Avenue of Honour, improving accessibility and preserving its significance as a place of reflection and remembrance.

Lower Denmark Road Closure
Posted 10 April 2025 Lower Denmark Road Closure

The City of Albany advises that a section of Lower Denmark Road is currently closed following a traffic incident in Bornholm overnight.

Community memories come to life through music
Posted 07 April 2025 Community memories come to life through music

Stories shared by Albany residents will be celebrated through live performance at the Albany Song Story Concert at Albany Town Hall on April 24.

Reflections on Hi-Viz in THE SHINING
Posted 07 April 2025 Reflections on Hi-Viz in THE SHINING

An exhibition exploring the symbolic and practical power of high-visibility materials will open at Albany Town Hall on April 17.

Top local athletes honoured at Sportsperson of the Year
Posted 04 April 2025 Top local athletes honoured at Sportsperson of the Year

Albany sportsmen and women were celebrated at the Wellington & Reeves Albany Sportsperson of the Year Awards last night, officially recognising the accomplishments of Albany’s local athletes.

Albany Library Lift Out of Service
Posted 03 April 2025 Albany Library Lift Out of Service

Unfortunately, the library's lift remains out of service due to the extensive damage caused by the recent flooding.

Discover, connect, and grow at WA Tree Festival
Posted 02 April 2025 Discover, connect, and grow at WA Tree Festival

The City of Albany is once again participating in the WA Tree Festival to celebrate the vital role trees play in our environment and community.

Albany Library Now  Open!
Posted 18 March 2025 Albany Library Now Open!

Albany Library is now open, with some interim changes.

CEO Media Statement
Posted 14 March 2025 CEO Media Statement

The City of Albany would like to thank all the incredible volunteers and agencies who worked tirelessly through the night in response to last night’s heavy rainfall and flooding.

Construction of Southern Ocean Surf Reef to Begin
Posted 07 March 2025 Construction of Southern Ocean Surf Reef to Begin

Construction of the Southern Ocean Surf Reef at Binalup / Middleton Beach is set to commence during the second half of this month, with works expected to be completed in approximately six weeks.

Live @ the Town Hall returns with South Summit
Posted 04 March 2025 Live @ the Town Hall returns with South Summit

The Albany Town Hall will host Live @ the Town Hall on Saturday 22 March 2025, bringing together a lineup of Western Australia’s most exciting artists.

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