Permits to burn are required for the restricted burning period and must be obtained from the Bush Fire Control Officer.
For up to date information regarding Total Fire Bans and community warnings about emergencies visit Emergency WA.
Surveillance cameras are located throughout the Shire and offenders will be identified.
Residents and commercial operators are reminded to keep the Shire of Harvey beautiful by disposing rubbish in approved locations only. Surveillance cameras are located throughout the Shire and offenders will be identified. The Shire can impose penalties ranging from $200 to $500 for an individual and $500 to $2000 for a body corporate. Additionally, a court can impose a penalty of up to $5000. Community members that wish to report an illegal dumping incident should take note of date and time, vehicle type and registration number, description of the alleged offender and location of the incident. Illegal dumping can be reported through the Shire of Harvey website or through the Keep Australia Beautiful website. For more information about illegal dumping, please visit our Rubbish and Waste Services webpages.