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Shire of Irwin

In this article, we will fully explore the fascinating world of Shire of Irwin and its impact on modern society. From its origin to its current evolution, we will analyze how Shire of Irwin has influenced and transformed different aspects of our daily lives. Additionally, we will examine the various perspectives and opinions that exist around Shire of Irwin, as well as its possible implications for the future. Throughout this writing, we will embark on a journey of discovery and reflection about Shire of Irwin, with the aim of better understanding its relevance in today's world.

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Shire of Irwin
Local government area
Location in Western Australia
Location in Western Australia
Official logo of Shire of Irwin
Map
Interactive map of Shire of Irwin
CountryAustralia
StateWestern Australia
RegionMid West
Council seatDongara
Government
 • Shire PresidentMichael Smith
 • State electorate
 • Federal division
Area
 • Total
2,374.4 km2 (916.8 sq mi)
Population
 • Total3,680 (LGA 2021)[2]
WebsiteShire of Irwin
LGAs around Shire of Irwin
Indian Ocean Greater Geraldton Greater Geraldton
Indian Ocean Shire of Irwin Mingenew
Indian Ocean Carnamah Three Springs

The Shire of Irwin is a local government area in the Mid West region of Western Australia, about 50 kilometres (30 mi) south of Geraldton and about 360 kilometres (220 mi) north of the state capital, Perth. The Shire covers an area of 2,374 square kilometres (917 sq mi), and its seat of government is the town of Dongara.

History

The Irwin Road District was created on 24 January 1871 as one of the first regional local government areas in Western Australia. Before this, it was the "Victoria District". In 16 June 1916, Irwin received a large land area from the Upper Irwin Road Board shortly before that entity's dissolution. Sections of the district separated as part of the formation of the Carnamah Road District on 24 August 1923 and the Three Springs Road District on 2 November 1928.[3]

On 1 July 1961, it became a shire following the passage of the Local Government Act 1960, which reformed all remaining road districts into shires.[3]

In June 2015, Irwin declared itself gasfield free.[4]

Population

Wards

The Shire is divided into four wards:

  • Denison Ward (four councillors)
  • North Ward (two councillors)
  • South East Ward (two councillors)
  • Town Ward (two councillors)

Towns and localities

The towns and localities of the Shire of Irwin with population and size figures based on the most recent Australian census:[5][6]

Locality Population Area Map
Allanooka 19 (SAL 2016)[7][8] 323.6 km2 (124.9 sq mi) Map
Arrowsmith 17 (SAL 2021)[9] 821.7 km2 (317.3 sq mi) Map
Bonniefield 217 (SAL 2021)[10] 53.9 km2 (20.8 sq mi) Map
Bookara 149 (SAL 2021)[11] 141.4 km2 (54.6 sq mi) Map
Dongara 1,393 (SAL 2021)[12] 8.3 km2 (3.2 sq mi) Map
Irwin 72 (SAL 2021)[13] 5.6 km2 (2.2 sq mi) Map
Milo 16 (SAL 2021)[14] 201.4 km2 (77.8 sq mi) Map
Mount Adams 8 (SAL 2021)[15] 293.3 km2 (113.2 sq mi) Map
Mount Horner 13 (SAL 2021)[16] 258.2 km2 (99.7 sq mi) Map
Port Denison 1,452 (SAL 2021)[17] 15 km2 (5.8 sq mi) Map
Springfield 276 (SAL 2021)[18] 14.7 km2 (5.7 sq mi) Map
Yardarino 48 (SAL 2021)[19] 234.3 km2 (90.5 sq mi) Map

Notable councillors

Heritage-listed places

Main article: List of State Register of Heritage Places in the Shire of Irwin

As of 2023, 157 places are heritage-listed in the Shire of Irwin,[20] of which 16 are on the State Register of Heritage Places.[21]

References

  1. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Irwin (Local Government Area)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  2. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Irwin (Local Government Area)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  3. ^ a b "Municipality Boundary Amendments Register" (PDF). Western Australian Electoral Distribution Commission. Retrieved 11 January 2020.
  4. ^ "Fifth Midwest WA community declares itself Gasfield Free".
  5. ^ "SLIP Map". maps.slip.wa.gov.au. Landgate. Retrieved 13 January 2023.
  6. ^ "NationalMap". nationalmap.gov.au. Geoscience Australia. Retrieved 13 January 2023.
  7. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (27 June 2017). "Allanooka (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2016. Edit this at Wikidata
  8. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (27 June 2017). "Allanooka (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2016 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  9. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Arrowsmith (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  10. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Bonniefield (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  11. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Bookara (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  12. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Dongara (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  13. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Irwin (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  14. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Milo (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  15. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Mount Adams (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  16. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Mount Horner (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  17. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Port Denison (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  18. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Springfield (WA) (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  19. ^ Australian Bureau of Statistics (28 June 2022). "Yardarino (suburb and locality)". Australian Census 2021 QuickStats. Retrieved 28 June 2022. Edit this at Wikidata
  20. ^ "Shire of Irwin Heritage Places". inherit.stateheritage.wa.gov.au. Heritage Council of Western Australia. Retrieved 23 February 2023.
  21. ^ "Shire of Irwin State Register of Heritage Places". inherit.stateheritage.wa.gov.au. Heritage Council of Western Australia. Retrieved 23 February 2023.

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