Today's Opening Hours2 October 2026
City of Albany
Restricted Burning from the 3 October to 14 November 2026.
In October, the City of Albany will be undertaking its ongoing rabbit control program
The City of Albany is seeking public comment on a proposed Major Land Transaction relating to the McAlpine Rise Residential Development.
From late September through to early November, work will be underway to transform Mount Melville Communications Tower with a site-responsive mural, creating a lasting public artwork and legacy for Albany 2026.
As part of our ongoing commitment to futureproof WA’s wastewater network, Water Corporation’s licensed contractor Veolia Water Operations will be commencing investigations, and targeted renewal works on the sewer infrastructure.
Draft Local Planning Policy 1.12 – Local Design Review - open for comment
Planning and Development Act 2005 Adopted Local Planning Policy Local Planning Policy 1.8 – Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
CEO Performance Review Committee
The Development & Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting scheduled to be held on Wednesday 10 June 2026 at 5.30 in the Council Chambers, 102 North Road, Yakamia has been cancelled as there are no agenda items.
Footpath improvement works will be taking place between Surfers Beach Car Park and Griffiths Street at Middleton Beach to enhance the safety and durability of the path.
Notice of Appealable Decision – Updated Noise Management Plan Approved for Albany Motorsport Park (Motocross Precinct)
The City of Albany has approved an updated Noise Management Plan (NMP) for the Motocross Precinct at Albany Motorsport Park following a determination by the Minister for the Environment on 4 March 2026.
The City of Albany advise that a prescribed burn will be taking place along Cosy Corner Road adjacent to Coombes Road in Kronkup on Saturday 16 May.
The City of Albany wish to advise that a prescribed burn will be taking place on the corner of Mercer Road and Lower King Road from 12pm on Tuesday 12 May. Please stay alert, taking note of signage in the area and emergency services patrols occurring to support public safety.
As part of works to the Albany Heritage Park Link Trails Project, the following trail closures will be in place from Wednesday 22 April for a period of 5-6 weeks.
The City of Albany proposes a non-exclusive licence to Virgin Australia Regional Airlines Pty Ltd for a designated portion of the Albany Regional Airport terminal.
The City of Albany proposes to Lease Lot 3 and Licence Lots 2 and 14 Cheyne Road, Cheyne Beach on portion of Reserve 878 Westerberg Bros for a term of 5 years with a further 5 year option.
To help manage the large crowds expected in the CBD for Lighting the Sound, visitors heading into the city centre will be able to take advantage of a free shuttle bus service operating on event nights.
The City of Albany advises there may be traffic congestion in the CBD this weekend due to First Lights – Kinjarling, a free drone light show presented by Fremantle Biennale as part of the City of Albany’s Albany 2026 program.
Algal bloom has been detected at several local Albany beaches, including Middleton Beach.
The Development & Infrastructure Services Committee Meeting scheduled to be held on Wednesday 11 February 2026 at 5.30 in the Council Chambers, 102 North Road, Yakamia has been cancelled as there are no agenda items.
The City of Albany advises that the Anzac Peace Park Jetty has been closed to the public due to safety concerns identified through a structural inspection.
Rex has advised that the Perth–Albany air service will operate on a temporary reduced schedule over the 2025 to 2026 summer period due to lower passenger demand during December and January.
The City of Albany has received Scheme Amendment No. 2, which proposes to amend Local Planning Scheme No. 2 by: Transferring the land zoning from the ‘Rural’ zone and ‘Infrastructure Services’ reserve to ‘Rural Residential’ and ‘Rural Smallholding’ zones and ‘Drainage/Waterway’ reserve.
Cat owners across the Great Southern region can now access a $200 rebate to help build safe and secure outdoor cat enclosures, thanks to a new initiative from Cat Laws and Wildlife Survival (CLAWS).
The City of Albany has received the official Form 19 – Results of Election for the 2025 local government election.
The City of Albany advises that an appealable notice has been gazetted in the Western Australian Government Gazette on 1 August 2025, confirming the formal approval of the Noise Management Plan (NMP) for the Albany Motorsport Park.