Review of Local Laws – Shire of Harvey
Notice is hereby given that the Shire of Harvey intends to conduct a review of its local laws in accordance with section 3.16 of the Local Government Act 1995.
The purpose of the review is to consider whether the Shire’s local laws should be retained, amended, or repealed to ensure they remain relevant, effective, and consistent with current legislation and community needs.
Inspection of Local Laws
Copies of the local laws may be inspected:
- At the Shire of Harvey Administration Office, 102 Uduc Road, Harvey WA 6220, or 7 Mulgara Street, Australind WA 6233, during normal business hours; and
- On the Shire’s website: www.harvey.wa.gov.au/documents-and-forms/
Submissions
Members of the public are invited to make written submissions regarding any of the local laws under review, including suggestions to retain, amend, or repeal provisions.
Submissions must:
- Be made in writing
- Clearly identify the local law(s) being commented on
- Be received by the Shire no later than Monday, 23 March 2026.
Submissions can be lodged:
- By email: governance@harvey.wa.gov.au
- By post: Chief Executive Officer, Shire of Harvey, 102 Uduc Road, Harvey WA 6220 or PO Box 500 Harvey WA 6220
- In person at the Shire Administration Offices.
Following the close of submissions, a report will be prepared for Council’s consideration in accordance with section 3.16 of the Act.
Local Laws under Review
The following local laws are proposed to be reviewed as part of this process:
Activities in Thoroughfares and Public Places and Trading Local Law 2017
Bush Fire Brigades Local Law 2017
Extractive Industries Local Law 2017
Local Government Property Local Law 2017
Miscellaneous Provisions Local Law
Parking and Parking Facilities Local Law 2017
Standing Orders Local Law 2017
For further information, please contact a member of the Governance team governance@harvey.wa.gov.au
