One of the Town’s major attractions, "Bart" was built locally in 1985. Thousands of tourists visit the ram annually which is located in the Wetlands Park.
Puntapin Rock is approx. 5 minutes drive south/east of Wagin and is well worth the short drive and the climb to see the fabulous 360 degree views.
The largest Anatomically correct man made Merino Ram in the known Universe.
Westjets are a regular visitor to Wagin's airstrip and visitors are welcome to attend.
Voter turnout in local governments elections, particularly in small communities is more likely to be linked to a high level of community satisfaction rather than factors such as voter apathy or fatigue.
Nominations are now open and it's time to recognise someone who goes above and beyond for our community.
An Ordinary In Person Election will be held on Saturday, 18 October 2025 in the Shire of Wagin to fill the following vacancies: District 4 Councillors 4 year terms
At a Special Council Meeting on 4 August 2025, the Shire of Wagin adopted its 2025–26 Annual Budget, committing $13.6 million to initiatives
Shire of Wagin ROLL CLOSE: 5:00pm Friday, 22 August 2025
A community meeting will be held to discuss a proposed redirection of heavy vehicles traffic in our industrial area - 6.30pm on Tuesday 5 August 2025 in the Eric Farrow Pavilion.
At the 22 July 2025 Ordinary Council Meeting, the Shire of Wagin resolved in accordance with section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995 to give notice of the statutory review of the following Shire of Wagin local laws
At the 22 July 2025 Ordinary Council Meeting, the Shire of Wagin resolved in accordance with section 3.73(4) of the Local Government Act 1995 to give notice of its intention
The Shire of Wagin has resolved to give notice of the proposed Shire of Wagin Cat Local Law 2025. Submissions about the proposed local law may be made by Friday 29 August 2025.
In accordance will Section 6.36 of the Local Government Act 1995, notice is hereby given with respect of the intention of the Shire of Wagin to adopt the following rates in the dollar for Gross Rental and Unimproved Value differential and minimum rates for each category for the 2025/2026 financial year:
The Shire of Wagin is making final preparations for a free family friendly event this Saturday, 10 May 2025 to mark the town’s iconic Ram ‘Baart’s 40th birthday.
The Shire of Wagin is commencing recovery efforts after the Department of Fire and Emergency Services returned control to the local authority yesterday following a major fire in the Shire of Wagin.
The Shire of Wagin thanks pool manager Rachel Bairstow for her service following her resignation this week. Ms Bairstow had served as pool manager since 2022.
In accordance with Local Government (Administration) Regulations 1996 notice is hereby given that Council will be holding its ordinary monthly Council Meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month except in January where no meeting is planned; and December, when this meeting will be held on the third Tuesday due to public holidays.
Shires of Wagin, West Arthur and Williams Draft Joint Local Planning Strategy
The Annual Meeting of Electors of the Shire of Wagin will be held in the Council Chambers, Shire Office, 2 Arthur Road, Wagin at 6.00pm on Tuesday 17 December 2024
The Shire has also produced the fact sheet for Landholders with several wind farm projects being announced in the area
In accordance with the requirements of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015 Local Public Notice is given on the intent to adopt a Local Planning Policy related to Social Impact Assessment.
Local Public Notice is given of the proposed disposal of land in accordance with section 3.58 of the Local Government Act 1995 by the Shire of Wagin by way of sale in the following terms Property: Lot 219 Vernal St, Wagin
The Shire of Wagin is tendering for the design and construction of a new pavilion for the district’s cricket and hockey clubs.
In accordance with the requirements of the Planning and Development (Local Planning Schemes) Regulations 2015 Local Public Notice is given on the intent to adopt a Local Planning Policy related to Wind Farms.
Local Public Notice is given of the proposed disposal of land in accordance with section 3.58 of the Local Government Act 1995