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Strategy guides community’s water resilience future
Posted 12 November 2024 Strategy guides community’s water resilience future

The City of Albany is advancing its commitment to sustainability by developing a Waterwise Strategy, designed to enhance City managed water conservation, urban water resources, and build community resilience to environmental challenges.

Community urged to be responsible dog owners
Posted 25 October 2024 Community urged to be responsible dog owners

The City of Albany is urging dog owners to take stronger responsibility for their pets following a spate of concerning dog attacks highlighted by the findings of a significant dog attack in McKail.

Poikeclerup Trail safer and sustainable for riders
Posted 14 October 2024 Poikeclerup Trail safer and sustainable for riders

Mountain bike riders will be able to enjoy a safer and more sustainable riding experience at Albany’s popular Poikeclerup Mountain Bike Trail thanks to specialised work to rebuild the trail.

Green Fair returns with focus on forgotten skills
Posted 03 October 2024 Green Fair returns with focus on forgotten skills

Green Fair on the Square is set to return on 19 October, offering the community an opportunity to reconnect with eco-friendly traditions through this year’s theme, ‘Festival of Forgotten Skills’.

Mayoral Statement - 25 September 2024
Posted 25 September 2024 Mayoral Statement - 25 September 2024

Last night, the City of Albany Council concluded a well-considered discussion regarding the access and placement of two specific books in the Albany Public Library. The books in question, Welcome to Sex and Sex: A Book for Teens, were the focus of requests from some community members to limit access for younger children.

Celebrating Five Years of Long Live You
Posted 19 September 2024 Celebrating Five Years of Long Live You

The Albany Leisure & Aquatic Centre’s (ALAC) successful Long Live You program is turning five, and the Centre is hosting an Open Day to mark this milestone on 1 October with a morning of activities.

Majestic sounds of Kiangardarup at Albany Town Hall
Posted 19 September 2024 Majestic sounds of Kiangardarup at Albany Town Hall

The Albany Town Hall will host a truly unique Western Australian musical experience with the upcoming performance and album launch of Kiangardarup by renowned musician Robert Zielinski.

Enhanced safety on Stidwell Bridle Trail
Posted 16 September 2024 Enhanced safety on Stidwell Bridle Trail

Horse riders and their steeds will be safer on the Stidwell Bridle Trail with changes to restrict vehicle access and better protect the area following a recent local law determination by Council.

Albany’s population swells with internal migration
Posted 16 September 2024 Albany’s population swells with internal migration

Albany is experiencing significant population growth, with the latest Regional Movers Index report ranking Albany as one of the top cities in Australia for capital city to regional area migration.

Aged Care Reform Hub
Posted 12 September 2024 Aged Care Reform Hub

Results of Library Use and Outcomes Survey 2024
Posted 11 September 2024 Results of Library Use and Outcomes Survey 2024

The results of our annual survey are in!

Nominate your Albany Community Citizen of the Year
Posted 05 September 2024 Nominate your Albany Community Citizen of the Year

The Albany community is encouraged to nominate exceptional individuals, organisations, and events for the popular and esteemed 2025 Community Citizen of the Year Awards.

Great Southern showcases the Purity of Pastels
Posted 05 September 2024 Great Southern showcases the Purity of Pastels

Albany Town Hall is set to showcase Purity of Pastels, an exhibition celebrating the vibrant art of soft pastels featuring works from a diverse group of artists from the Great Southern region.

City’s Community Advisory Group seeks new members
Posted 05 September 2024 City’s Community Advisory Group seeks new members

City of Albany is seeking expressions of interest from community members to be part of the Communications and Engagement Advisory Group and having a voice on City engagement activities.

Albany ranked in top 10 beautiful cities in Australia
Posted 29 August 2024 Albany ranked in top 10 beautiful cities in Australia

Albany has secured a prestigious spot as the fourth most beautiful town in Australia and the first most beautiful town in Western Australia, according to a recent survey by MortgageBroker.com.au.

National Anzac Centre state finalist in Wotif Awards
Posted 22 August 2024 National Anzac Centre state finalist in Wotif Awards

The National Anzac Centre in Albany has been named a state finalist in the prestigious 2024 Wotif Uniquely Aussie Awards for Best Regional Museum.

Students and artists can showcase heroes among us
Posted 14 August 2024 Students and artists can showcase heroes among us

Albany schools, students and artists have a unique opportunity to have their artwork displayed at Yagan Square in Perth as part of the 2024 Showcase in Pixels exhibition hosted by WALGA.

Albany Library awarded for innovation & collaboration
Posted 06 August 2024 Albany Library awarded for innovation & collaboration

Albany Public Library has been honoured with the State Library Board Award for Innovation and Collaboration at the 2024 Library Board Awards for their After-Hours Student Study Space Project.

City considered Most Active Roadwise Council
Posted 06 August 2024 City considered Most Active Roadwise Council

The City of Albany has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to road safety and active community engagement, being awarded the Most Active Council at the WALGA Local Government Awards Gala.

City host Dying to Know Day 2024
Posted 02 August 2024 City host Dying to Know Day 2024

The City of Albany is proud to host Dying to Know Day 2024, an annual campaign dedicated to empowering Australians to become proactive advocates for their personal end-of-life planning.

Lake Seppings bird hide soars again
Posted 31 July 2024 Lake Seppings bird hide soars again

The City of Albany is excited to announce the reopening of the newly rebuilt bird hide at Lake Seppings, designed to ensure accessibility for all visitors.

Climate, nature and economic growth forum
Posted 31 July 2024 Climate, nature and economic growth forum

Community and industry stakeholders are encouraged to participate in an interactive public forum discussing challenges and opportunities for climate and nature in our local economy and community.

Council adopt Reconciliation Action Plan
Posted 25 July 2024 Council adopt Reconciliation Action Plan

Council has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving positive cultural outcomes and furthering reconciliation within the community by adopting a Reconciliation Action Plan at Tuesday night’s Council meeting.

Annual budget 24-25 adopted by Council
Posted 24 July 2024 Annual budget 24-25 adopted by Council

The Annual Budget for 2024-25 was adopted by the City of Albany Council last night, reflecting a commitment to responsible financial stewardship and strategic investment.

Official Opening of Albany Motorsport Park Stage One
Posted 23 July 2024 Official Opening of Albany Motorsport Park Stage One

Albany’s motorsport enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate with the official opening of stage one of the Albany Motorsport Park, featuring the new Motocross and Offroad precincts this week.

Tough Pleasures opens at the Albany Town Hall
Posted 18 July 2024 Tough Pleasures opens at the Albany Town Hall

In association with Art Collective WA, distinguished Australian photographer Toni Wilkinson brings her compelling new exhibition Tough Pleasures to Albany Town Hall.

City condemn poisoning of 69 trees in Redmond
Posted 16 July 2024 City condemn poisoning of 69 trees in Redmond

The City of Albany expresses its deep condemnation and disappointment following the deliberate poisoning of 69 trees on public land in the Redmond area.

National Anzac Centre win Travellers Choice Award
Posted 15 July 2024 National Anzac Centre win Travellers Choice Award

The National Anzac Centre has been recognised as a winner of the 2024 Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards, placing it among the top 10% of attractions worldwide.

G + B exhibition finds a home at Vancouver Arts Centre
Posted 12 July 2024 G + B exhibition finds a home at Vancouver Arts Centre

With the Maritime Festival’s G + B exhibition proving to be a huge success since its first instalment in 2022, the inspirations of green and blue return for another year.

City acknowledge NAIDOC Week 2024
Posted 02 July 2024 City acknowledge NAIDOC Week 2024

The City of Albany has collaborated with local agencies to deliver a program of events that is rich in indigenous culture and honours Albany’s Menang-Noongar community for NAIDOC Week 2024.

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