Ranger Services

The role of our Shire Rangers is to ensure the protection of public safety, preserve public amenities/assets, enforce animal legislation, and enhance the natural environment.

To contact Council’s Ranger Services, please call 08 9727 0222.

Ranger changing beach safety signs at beach

Please note: Ranger Services are available 24/7, however after-hours is reserved for emergencies only such as dog attacks, livestock on roads or requests for assistance from Police.

For all non-urgent matters, please contact Council during business hours or the Police.

Shire Rangers monitor and help in a variety of areas across our Local Government Area.

Some of their daily duties include:

  • Animal control, including regulation of companion animals and off-leash areas
  • Barking dog complaints
  • Regulation of activities on Council reserves contrary to signage
  • Stray livestock
  • Parking regulation, including school zones
  • Abandoned vehicles and other items
  • Investigation of illegal dumping incidents
  • Issuing infringement notices.