Shire of Donnybrook Balingup

What Shire of Donnybrook Balingup does

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup is a statutory local government entity established under the Local Government Act 1995 (Western Australia), serving the towns of Donnybrook, Balingup, Kirup, Mullalyup, Argyle, Irishtown, Upper Capel, and Brookhampton in the South West region of Western Australia. It operates from a single Administration Office at 1 Bentley Street, Donnybrook, and employs 51-100 staff. Its revenue base derives from annual rates and municipal charges (including kerbside bin service charges included on rate notices), transaction-based waste facility fees, building permit fees set under the Building Act 2011, community grants, facility hire fees, and episodic State/Federal grants (e.g., $409,656 from the State NRM Program in December 2023).

Its service portfolio spans waste management (a 3-bin FOGO and 2-bin kerbside collection system operated by Cleanaway under a regional contract since July 2023, plus two waste facilities operated by Hastie Waste), building and planning approvals, environmental and biosecurity services, public health oversight, fire and emergency management coordination, infrastructure maintenance of approximately 350km of gravel roads, and community facilities including the Donnybrook Recreation Centre (heated pool and gym), two libraries, transit parks, and community halls. The underlying technology stack is standard local government infrastructure — a public website, online forms portal, electronic building application assessment under section 130 of the Building Act 2011, document management, and integrations with non-AI third-party SaaS tools (SpaceToco, SmartSheet, Grant Guru, MyPestGuide, Cash4Cans).

Distribution is a hybrid of in-person counter service, online self-service portals, contracted service delivery (Cleanaway for kerbside, Hastie Waste for facilities), and an extensive regional partnership ecosystem spanning waste procurement (South West Regional Waste Group, seven member councils), environmental management (Leschenault Catchment Council, Blackwood Basin Group, Blackwood Biosecurity Inc., Leschenault Biosecurity Group, DBCA, DPIRD, South West NRM), emergency services (DFES), and economic development (DBCCI, Donnybrook CRC, Belong At Home). The Shire is the sole provider of regulated local government services within its boundary, with no proprietary technology product, no AI/ML capability, no patents, no recorded M&A activity, and no external funding rounds; all service expansion is funded through rates, fees, and competitive grants.

Name

Shire of Donnybrook Balingup

Legal name

Shire of Donnybrook Balingup

Website

https://donnybrook-balingup.wa.gov.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1970

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup is a statutory Western Australian local government entity delivering regulated municipal services — waste management, building and planning approvals, roads, environmental management, and community facilities — to approximately 7,000+ residents across the Donnybrook and Balingup region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Local Government Services

NAICS

Administration of Environmental Quality Programs (9241), Administration of Air and Water Resource and Solid Waste Management Programs (92411), Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support (921)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Mayor/City Manager & General Administration (BPAIACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solid Waste & Recycling Services Administration (BPAIACAH), Public Works & Municipal Infrastructure (Streets, Stormwater, Facilities) (BPAIACAF), Local Public Health & Human Services Administration (BPAIACAK)

Keywords

• Local government services
• Waste management services
• Building permit services
• Town planning approvals
• Community facilities management

Headquarters

HQ city

Donnybrook

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Rates and Municipal Charges: The Shire levies annual rates on rateable properties within the municipal boundary. Bin service charges (2-bin or 3-bin kerbside collection service) are included on annual rate notices. Tip Passes are issued to ratepayers with annual rates notices for waste facility access.
2. Waste Management Fees: Fees apply for waste disposal at the Donnybrook Waste Management Facility and Balingup Waste Transfer Station for non-ratepayers or beyond Tip Pass allocations. Disposal fees are detailed in the Shire's annual Fees & Charges schedule.
3. Kerbside Collection Services: All properties within the kerbside collection area are charged for bin services on their annual rates notice. Commercial businesses have optional services for Rubbish and Organics Bin collection (weekly).
4. State NRM Program Grants: In December 2023, the Shire was successful in receiving $409,656 via the State NRM Program for the Collie Donnybrook Balingup Natural Resource Recovery Program (Blackberry Program).
5. Building Permit Fees: Building permit application fees are charged per the Shire's annual Fees & Charges schedule. The minimum building permit fee for estimated value of works under $20,000 is $171.65. Building Information Request searches are $80.30 per residential property. Permit extension applications cost $110.
6. Community Grants and Donations: The Shire provides community grants and donations to local community groups and organisations, funded through the annual municipal budget.
7. Facility Hire Fees: Community halls, reserves, parks, ovals, and the Donnybrook Recreation Centre are available for hire. Fees are set in the annual Fees & Charges schedule.
8. State Government Waste Contracts: The South West Regional Waste Group (including the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup) has contracted Cleanaway to undertake kerbside collection and disposal services since 1 July 2023. This is a cost to the Shire but managed regionally.

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup is a Western Australian local government authority delivering statutory municipal services including waste collection (2-bin and 3-bin FOGO kerbside systems), building and planning approvals, public health oversight, fire and emergency management, environmental and biosecurity programs, road and infrastructure maintenance, and operation of community facilities such as the Donnybrook Recreation Centre, libraries, transit parks, and community halls. Revenue is raised through council rates, statutory fees, and government grants to fund service delivery to residents, ratepayers, businesses, and visitors within its municipal boundary.

Product overview

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup provides comprehensive local government services to residents through a portfolio of interconnected service areas. The core offerings include waste management (kerbside collection, recycling, and landfill facilities), building services (permits and inspections), environmental services (tree management, weed control), and works/services (road maintenance, parks). Community facilities include the Donnybrook Recreation Centre (with heated pool and gym), public libraries, transit parks for caravans/camping, and community halls. Additional services encompass town planning, public health oversight, fire and emergency management, and online self-service portals for reporting issues and making payments. The shire integrates with third-party platforms including SpaceToco for facility bookings, Cash4Cans for container recycling, MyPestGuide for pest reporting, and SmartSheet for community directory management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Donnybrook Recreation Centre (DRC): Recreation facility operated by the Shire featuring heated pool, gym facilities, and fitness programs.
• Donnybrook Library
• Balingup Library
• Donnybrook Waste Management Facility (DWMF)
• Balingup Waste Transfer Station (BWTS)

Products and services

• Waste Management Services Comprehensive waste management service delivered to residents and businesses including kerbside 2-bin and 3-bin (FOGO) collection, the Donnybrook Waste Management Facility (landfill and waste transfer), the Balingup Waste Transfer Station, and container recycling programs. Operated via contracted providers Hastie Waste and Cleanaway.
• Building Services Statutory building permit assessment and approval service under the Building Act 2011 covering residential dwellings, commercial buildings, swimming pool safety inspections, demolition permits, building plan searches, and permit extensions for property owners and builders within the Shire.
• Environmental Services Environmental management service offering tree risk assessments, verge vegetation management, pest and weed control support, biodiversity project delivery, and environmental education programs for landholders and community members.
• Works and Services Infrastructure maintenance service covering approximately 350km of gravel roads (graded twice yearly), bridges, paths, drains, parks, gardens, ovals, public reserves, cemeteries, standpipes, and ranger services across the municipal area.
• Donnybrook Recreation Centre Community recreation facility featuring a heated pool, gym equipment, fitness programs, and various sports clubs and activities, available to residents and visitors for membership and casual use.
• Community Libraries Public library services operated by the Shire at Donnybrook Library and Balingup Library, providing community access to books, resources, and educational programs.
• Transit Parks Caravan and camping accommodation facilities at Donnybrook Transit Park and Balingup Transit Park, bookable through the SpaceToco platform for travellers and visitors.
• Community Halls Venue hire service for community halls available across the Shire for events, meetings, and gatherings, bookable online for community groups and individuals.
• Town Planning Services Statutory planning approval, local planning strategy, heritage framework, and development assessment service for landowners, developers, and applicants within the Shire.
• Public Health Services Public health regulatory and advisory services including food business inspections, on-site wastewater disposal management, noise control, water quality monitoring, liquor licensing support, and temporary accommodation and trading licensing.
• Fire and Emergency Management Fire prevention, burning period management, fire ban enforcement, emergency management coordination, and bushfire preparedness service for residents and visitors in coordination with DFES.

Quantifiable outcome

• The Shire successfully received $409,656 via the State NRM Program for the Collie Donnybrook Balingup Natural Resource Recovery Program (Blackberry Program) in December 2023.
• +3 more outcomes

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CleanawaycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 July 2023Cleanaway was awarded the Shire's kerbside collection and disposal services contract following an extensive process by the South West Regional Waste Group. The contract commenced 1 July 2023, replacing a previous 10-year contract that expired 30 June 2023. Cleanaway handles kerbside bin collection (3-bin and 2-bin systems) and disposal services across the Shire.
• Hastie WastecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHastie Waste operates the two waste management facilities within the Shire: Donnybrook Waste Management Facility (landfill and transfer) and Balingup Waste Transfer Station. They can be contacted on (08) 9731 0296 during facility operating hours.
• South West Regional Waste GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe South West Regional Waste Group coordinated the waste services procurement process for member councils. Members include: City of Bunbury, Shire of Harvey, Shire of Collie, Shire of Capel, Shire of Bridgetown Greenbushes, Shire of Nannup, and Shire of Donnybrook Balingup. This regional collaboration provides collective purchasing power for waste management contracts.
• Leschenault Catchment Council (LCC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe LCC collaborates with the Shire on the Preston River Foreshore Revitalisation Project. The Shire supports LCC's initiative to establish a Friends of Preston River Group for ongoing foreshore improvement. LCC is a not-for-profit community organisation formed in 2000, focused on waterways, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity, and community participation.
• Blackwood Basin Group (BBG)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBBG is a non-profit community-based organisation coordinating environmental management within the Blackwood River Catchment. It works with landcare zones, community groups, and landholders through a Community Engagement Program of workshops and field days. BBG is supported by Natural Resource Management Officers (NRMOs) across nine Landcare Zones.
• Blackwood Biosecurity Inc. (BBI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBBI is the Recognised Biosecurity Group (RBG) established by the Minister for Agriculture under Section 169 of the Biosecurity and Agriculture Management (BAM) Act 2007 for the Blackwood Valley region. It covers the Shires of Boyup Brook, Bridgetown-Greenbushes, West Arthur, and localities of Mullalyup, Grimwade, Wilga West, Balingup, and Southampton in the Shire of Donnybrook Balingup. The Shire works with BBI to support landholders in managing declared pests.
• Leschenault Biosecurity Group (LBG)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLBG is a not-for-profit organisation formed in 2014 to address vertebrate pests and weed pests in the Leschenault Biosecurity Operational Area. It protects the region's diverse land uses and natural values against pest impacts through cooperation with landowners and land managers. LBG collaborated with the Shire on the Polyphagous Shot-Hole Borer (PSHB) biosecurity information campaign.
• Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Shire collaborates with DBCA on managing natural areas and ecological health. DBCA is responsible for forestry roads and State Forests, and is consulted on firewood collection (DRA permits), prescribed burns, and biodiversity assessments. DBCA's Blackwood District Office can be contacted on (08) 9752 5555.
• Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDPIRD is the lead agency on the $41 million nationally funded PSHB eradication program. The Shire works with DPIRD on biosecurity (PSHB, pokeweed surveillance), the State NRM Program ($409,656 awarded to the Shire's Blackberry Program), pest and weed management advice, and the MyPestGuide Reporter app for community pest reporting.
• Main Roads Western AustraliaminorOthersMain Roads WA (MRWA) is responsible for some roads within the Shire area and works with the Shire on heavy vehicle (RAV) network management, speed limit determinations, and road infrastructure coordination. MRWA can be contacted on 128 128.
• Western PowerminorOthersWestern Power is responsible for street lighting, power poles, and electricity infrastructure. The Shire reports faulty street lights to Western Power (13 13 51). Western Power should be contacted for electrical emergencies (call 000 first, then 13 13 51).
• Water CorporationminorOthersWater Corporation is responsible for water and sewer mains. It must be notified prior to demolition work. Contact: 13 13 75 or watercorporation.com.au.
• Department of Fire and Emergency Services (DFES)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDFES supports the Shire's fire and emergency management services. DFES volunteers are recruited through dfes.vol.org.au for local emergency services volunteer roles in the Shire area. DFES provides Burn SMART guides, prescribed burn coordination, and bushfire emergency information.
• Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DEMIRS)minorOthersDEMIRS administers building regulations under the Building Act 2011, owner-builder approvals, dividing fence matters, and building compliance. The Shire works within DEMIRS frameworks for building permits, pool safety inspections, smoke alarm compliance, and demolition permits.
• Donnybrook Balingup Chamber of Commerce and Industry (DBCCI)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerDBCCI maintains the Local Business Directory for the Shire area. The Shire links to this directory from its website, providing a platform for local businesses to be discovered. The directory is accessible via dbcci.com.
• Bunbury Harvey Regional Council (BHRC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBHRC manages the Banksia Road Organics Processing Facility and advises the Shire on FOGO processing. The facility has been closed to FOGO for the foreseeable future. BHRC provides information on household hazardous waste disposal and is part of the regional waste management network.
• Donnybrook Lions ClubminorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Donnybrook Lions Club (CFC) previously managed the Containers for Change programme in the area. The Lions Club operates the monthly Donnybrook Station Markets (3rd Saturday of each month) and partners with the Shire on the Preston River Foreshore Revitalisation Project.
• South West Natural Resource Management (NRM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSouth West NRM runs projects supporting native species conservation, including a project near the southern boundary of Wellington National Park offering landowners opportunities to help protect native wildlife. The Shire is connected to this organisation through environmental programs and biodiversity initiatives.
• Belong At Home (South West)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerBelong At Home provides local aged care and support services in the South West region. The Shire's Aged Care & Support page links to Belong At Home services, directing residents to local in-home care support options alongside the Shire's own Accommodation for the Elderly and Staying in Place Donnybrook programs.
• Donnybrook Community Resource Centre (CRC)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerThe Donnybrook CRC (donnybrookcrc.com.au) is a community resource hub that hosts the Preston Press (Shire Connect) newsletter, provides visitor information, and serves as a community focal point. The Shire collaborates with the CRC on community information dissemination.
• Leschenault Biosecurity Group (PSHB Collaboration)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Shire collaborates with LBG specifically on PSHB awareness and prevention, with information published together on the Shire's PSHB webpage. LBG provides south-west specific biosecurity advice and resources to complement DPIRD's statewide PSHB eradication program.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• City of Bunbury: Lead council in the South West Regional Waste Group that coordinates joint waste procurement across member shires. Closest regional anchor for the procurement model Donnybrook-Balingup participates in, and a comparable statutory local government under WA law.
• Shire of Harvey: South West Regional Waste Group member. Comparable WA shire providing kerbside waste services, building and planning approvals, and community facilities — a directly relevant benchmark for operational scale and service mix.
• Shire of Capel: Member of the South West Regional Waste Group alongside Donnybrook-Balingup. Comparable small-to-medium WA shire delivering the same mix of kerbside collection, waste transfer, building and planning services under the Local Government Act 1995.
• Shire of Nannup: South West Regional Waste Group member. Small rural WA shire with similar rate base, kerbside waste operations, and community facilities mix — directly comparable in scale and service scope.
• Bunbury Harvey Regional Council: Statutory regional council that operates the Banksia Road Organics Processing Facility serving Donnybrook-Balingup's FOGO stream. Directly comparable as a regional WA government entity coordinating waste infrastructure on behalf of member shires.
• Shire of Collie: South West Regional Waste Group member and co-recipient of the Collie Donnybrook Balingup Natural Resource Recovery Program ($409,656 State NRM award). Directly comparable WA shire with overlapping environmental and waste service responsibilities.
• Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes: Adjacent South West WA local government entity that is co-located in the South West Regional Waste Group and shares the Blackwood Biosecurity Inc. Recognised Biosecurity Group region. Directly comparable in scale, service mix, and statutory mandate as a small WA shire.
• Shire of Boyup Brook: South West WA shire of comparable small scale also covered by Blackwood Biosecurity Inc. and overlapping environmental program regions. Directly comparable rural shire with similar service mix and statutory mandate.
• Shire of Manjimup: Neighbouring South West WA shire of similar population scale (~7,000–9,000) and rural/horticultural economy. Comparable service portfolio including waste, recreation, libraries, and environmental programs under the Local Government Act 1995.

Others

• Cleanaway: Australia's largest waste management company and contracted kerbside collection/disposal partner for Donnybrook-Balingup under the South West Regional Waste Group contract from July 2023. Comparable as a peer not for service delivery but as the operating counterpart defining the Shire's waste service economics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

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