Pemberton Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc

22/06/2026

Please be vigilant in reporting anything out of the ordinary: sick birds, poultry or marine mammals

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H5 bird flu confirmed in WA

Date of issue: Saturday 20 June 2026

⚠️ THE SITUATION ⚠️

The first case of H5 bird flu in Australia has been confirmed in a single seabird near Esperance on the south coast of Western Australia.

Internationally this disease has caused deaths in more than 560 species of birds and 100 species of mammals 🐥 🐧 🦭

We’re responding as part of a nationally coordinated plan with Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and stakeholders across WA to reduce the impact of this disease.

🙍‍♀️ WHAT YOU CAN DO 🙍‍♂️

1. Reduce the spread

- If you see multiple sick or dead birds or other wildlife, do not move them. Avoid contact. Record what you see. Report it to the Emergency Animal Disease Hotline on 1800 675 888.

- Keep pets away from wildlife, including preventing cats from roaming and keeping dogs on leads in wildlife areas.

- When going to and from national parks, reserves or farms, clean your shoes, clothing and vehicle to help prevent spreading diseases between places.

2. Reduce the risk to your poultry and pet birds.

- Prevent wild birds mixing with your birds, and accessing their feed and water.

- Keep pens, aviaries, feeders, water containers and equipment clean.

- Clean boots and wash hands thoroughly with soap before and after visiting poultry or handling birds.

- Monitor birds for signs of disease or sudden deaths and report multiple deaths.

27/05/2026

Congratulations to Pemberton and the team behind the Pemberton Visitor Centre for bringing the Silver in the Western Australia Tiny Tourism Town award home last night in Carnarvon. 🥈

With Kalbarri making the hall of fame with their gold and Walpole winning the bronze, the Southern Forests showed the rest of the state that little can still be great!

Also a massive congratulations to Gary Muir for winning the Local Legends category - He didn’t really need a gong for this as he already is! But now the State knows!

30/04/2026

The Shire of Manjimup’s annual vergeside hard waste collection service for 2026 will be provided later this year, rather than in May as it has been in recent years. The change of date will allow us all to present our towns at their best – with clear verges - when various community events are held prior to winter.

Please keep an eye out for updates and remember not to place items on your verge until the official notice is released!

*UPDATE TO POST* We understand that many residents are disappointed by the hard waste collection deferral.

The decision considered the impact of waste on verges during a busy period of community events, Easter, school holidays and increased visitor activity across the Shire. It also reflected rising operational and fuel costs and contractor availability affecting waste collection services across WA local government areas.

The Shire thanks residents for their patience and cooperation. Updated collection dates will be announced in the coming weeks.

30/04/2026

We’ve just released a media release on Draft Local Planning Policy 6.1.26 – Residential Buildings, which is currently open for community feedback.

This policy is still in draft form and has not yet been adopted by Council, and public participation is a vital part of the policy development process. Now is the time to have your say, which you can do so by email: [email protected] or by post: P.O. Box 1, Manjimup WA 6258.

To view the media release 👉 https://www.manjimup.wa.gov.au/our-shire/news?item=id:2y0w6g1gx17q9s8vhjg9

20/04/2026

Have you voted yet? We would love to see visitors to our tiny town vote for us!
Thank you and we look forward to seeing you all return!

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05/04/2026

We are excited to see the 32nd Karri Cup MTB Challenge held in Northcliffe. More details about the event can be found below: Karri Cup 2026 | MTB Challenge

The event organisers are seeking volunteers to assist as event marshals to help make the event safe and enjoyable for all participants.

Anyone wishing to assist can contact the event organiser directly at: [email protected].

The Karri Cup Mountain Bike Challenge in Northcliffe WA is a celebration of mountain biking and community spirit. Whether you’re chasing an endurance milestone, looking for a scenic ride through the spectacular south-forests of Western Australia with friends, or introducing your family to the joy ...