Shire of Mundaring

August 27, 2026
Council rejects Lower Chittering bridle trail
The equestrian community in Chittering is disappointed by the shire’s recent decision to not proceed with the proposed Lower Chittering bridle trail path.
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August 27, 2026
Swan ward boundary review moves forward
City of Swan council resolved to pass a motion to consult residents on ward boundary options, including proposed Midland/Guildford and Whiteman boundary changes.
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August 27, 2026
New FOGO rules create a stink
Residents in the Shire of Mundaring have expressed concerns about the new FOGO guidelines and the collection of re-lidded bins the area's unique needs.
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August 27, 2026
Northam votes to unlock Wundowie access gates
Wundowie’s Brown Road to Olive Road accessway gates will stay unlocked after Northam councillors voted to prioritise emergency evacuation access during bushfires.
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August 27, 2026
Kalamunda community safety boost
Kalamunda Police and the City of Kalamunda say coordinated patrols and youth engagement are reducing antisocial behaviour, theft and vandalism in town centre areas.
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August 27, 2026
Mundaring Seniors celebrate 55 years of friendship, community and service
Mundaring Seniors marked 55 years at The Hub of the Hills, celebrating friendship, volunteers, life members and fundraising for a new accessible community bus project.
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August 27, 2026
Study finds Jarrah dieback hindering quendas
Murdoch is studying dieback’s reductive effects on quenda shelter and foraging activity in Mundaring’s jarrah forest habitats.
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August 27, 2026
Mundaring’s inaugural Dying to Know Expo
Mundaring’s first Dying to Know Expo brought residents together to discuss grief, end-of-life planning and final wishes in a supportive community setting earlier this month.
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August 27, 2026
Swan planning process review consultant speaking with community representatives
City of Swan community representatives met independent planning reviewer Len Kosova, raising The Vines, Hazelmere data centre and Midway Ford planning concerns as case studies.
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August 20, 2026
Helena Valley development backed amid concerns
A new development in Helena Valley Road has been recommended for approval by the Shire of Mundaring, despite residents’ concerns.
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