With the drier weather now setting in, we’re about to commence our gravel re-sheeting program across the Shire.

On Friday, 19 September 2025, the Environmental Health team will be working with an accredited helicopter contractor to conduct mosquito larvicide treatment around Dalyellup and south to Forrest Beach Road.

Build a Happy Space for Your Cat (and Protect Wildlife!)

We are beyond thrilled to announce that the Department of Communities have chosen the Shire of Capel Youth Services to host the WA Launch Event for Youth Week WA 2026!

Gelorup Bush Fire Brigade's Jeff McDougall, has been awarded the Murray Lang Bush Fire Service Award

The very wet winter this year has left many of our unsealed roads too saturated to safely and effectively carry out maintenance grading

Take on a Spring Clean Up event for Healthier Cities, Healthier People and a Healthier Planet

Call for nominations

The Small Business Growth Grants program is a business support initiative to help small and medium businesses develop, grow and expand.

The Local Capability Fund – Regional Business Round 2025–26 is open.

But here’s the twist: it still needs a name – and we want YOU to choose!

Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter!

Many roads remain heavily saturated, making grading work unsafe and impractical at this time.

We’re thrilled to introduce our very own local talent, Hadassah, who will be opening the night at the upcoming Festival of Small Halls in Gelorup!

It was a wild and woolly weekend down south, and the Shire of Capel didn't escape unscathed, with flooding and storm damage.

Close of enrolments notice and information

𝗦𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘: Monday, 6 October to Monday, 20 October 2025

Delivering on Community Priorities and Planning for the Future

Join the Shire of Capel Team to learn more about the exciting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) project and how it's been progressing, to see what’s planned next, and share your thoughts during this important milestone for the Shire.

The mosquito risk season has commenced under difficult conditions, with recent heavy rainfall accelerating egg hatching and sustaining high numbers of mosquito larvae.

We can't wait to welcome Charlie at the Gelorup Community Centre on Saturday 31 August.

Are you considering running for Council in the upcoming Local Government Election?

Help make your neighbourhood greener and get a cash rebate too.

Since starting competitive trampolining in October 2022, Jasmine has made incredible progress in her sport thanks to the dedication of her coach, the unwavering support of her parents, and her own determination.

What a special morning at Capel Primary School as we celebrated NAIDOC Week 2025 with the unveiling of a stunning new mural, Baarda maara, baarda kaatidjin, meaning open hands, opening learning in Noongar.

Mr Gordon MacMile Tenders Resignation

What a day of fun, laughter, magical lights, and memories!

We wanted to give you an update on the Boyanup RV dump point project and let you know that a report will be going to the July Council meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, 30 July.

Join us Saturday 30 August at Gelorup Community Centre for an unforgettable night of folk and contemporary acoustic sounds.

The annual awards celebrate excellence across the sector and acknowledge the commitment and contributions of both individuals and local governments in serving their communities.