Every year the Shire of Capel provides an opportunity for the community to put forward requests to be considered during the Draft Annual Budget process.

Save the dates!

Imagine transforming our community landscape, one trail at a time. Its not just about paths and panels, its connecting people with the natural outdoors.

The Shire of Capel is pleased to announce that the South Dalyellup Beach Foreshore Redevelopment Project has received a $1 million funding commitment from the WA Government.

A friendly reminder that after Christmas Day, all waste collections will be moved forward to the next working day. Please mark your calendars to ensure your bins are out on time!

The Shire Administration Building and Capel and Boyanup Libraries will be closed from 12 noon on Wednesday, 24 Dec and reopening at 8.30 am on Friday, 2 Jan.

The public is hereby notified that the Shire of Capel will be holding a Special Ordinary Council Meeting in the Capel Council Chambers, Shire of Capel Administration Building, Forrest Road, Capel, on Friday, 19 December 2025, commencing at 4.00 pm.

Join us on Friday 16th January for the ultimate beach adventure in beautiful Busselton.

Just a friendly reminder that we are currently in the Prohibited Burning Period here in the Shire of Capel.

The Shire of Capel has received a Development Application for a $30 million Mixed Use Development across Capel Drive and Forrest Road.

This Thursday 11 Dec, Capel Administration Building and our Capel and Dalyellup Libraries will have an early closure (12:00pm)

The Health Department continue to detect debilitating mosquito-borne diseases such as Ross River and Barmah Forest from Dalyellup to Busselton.

The Shire has received a Development Application for a Mixed Use Development consisting of existing Tavern

Eligible community organisations such as sporting clubs, caravan parks, outdoor cinemas, and alfresco venues will be able to apply for up to two free mosquito repellent dispensers through the WA Health website.

Check out the Shire of Capel Youth Services 2026 Summer Inzone Program! 

Lithium-ion batteries are in a lot of our rechargeable devices – phones, laptops, e-scooters, power tools, and even vacuum cleaners.

The Shire will be conducting aerial treatments of wetlands within the Dalyellup and Stratham that are known breeding sites.

The Shire of Capel is inviting community feedback on the Integrated Growth Framework and Plan (IGFP) — a key strategic project that will guide how our towns grow and evolve, while protecting the unique character, culture, and environment that make our region special.

We’re thrilled to announce that the Shire of Capel has received a $50,000 grant from Lotterywest to support two incredible community events — the Dalyellup Jingle & Mingle Festival and Captivate Capel.

The Shire of Capel is proud to once again partner with the Salvation Army to provide much needed assistance to local families in need this festive season.

The Shire of Capel strongly urges residents and visitors to the region to protect themselves from mosquito bites following the detection of Ross River virus and Barmah Forest virus.

Our waste and recycling provider, Cleanaway, has recently completed an exciting upgrade at their Picton Transfer Station

The shelves in our brand-new Dalyellup Library are empty, and we need your help to fill them!

The Shire is hosting a Free Community Connections Luncheon to celebrate International Day of People with Disability.

Refurbishment works on the roof of the Dalyellup Community Centre have now commenced and are expected to continue for approximately three weeks, weather permitting.

Restricted burning period commences on 9 November 2025.

The Shire of Capel is pleased to announce that the Ferndale Oval Sports Lighting Project is officially underway.

The WA Department of Health has issued a media statement reminding residents and travellers to the South West of WA to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites.

South West Development Commission RED Grants Coordinator and Local Content Adviser will share updates about round 8 of the Regional Economic Development (RED) Grant Program, now open, and South West tender opportunities.

Today, the Shire’s Environmental Health team will be working with an accredited helicopter contractor to apply mosquito larvicide treatments to wetlands in the Dalyellup, Stratham and Peppermint Grove Beach areas.