Ranger And Animal Control Services
Dogs
All dogs over three (3) months old are required by State legislation to be registered, and as of the 1st October 2015 microchipped. Applications to licence dogs can be obtained from Council Offices or by downloading an application for registration form and lodging at the Shire Office. The following fees for a dog licence are applicable:
| Description |
1 Year |
3 Years |
LIFE |
| Unsterilised Dog |
$50.00 |
$120.00 |
$250.00 |
| Sterilised Dog |
$20.00 |
$42.50 |
$100.00 |
| Working Dog |
1/4 registration fee |
| Pensioners |
1/2 registration fee |
If your dog is not registered it becomes difficult for the Ranger to contact the owner. If an unregistered dog is impounded by the ranger the owner will be issued with an infringement notice for $100.00 and the dog will also required to be registered before it is released from the pound. All dog owners will incur a $50.00 dog impounding fee plus care costs which must also be paid before the dog is released from the pound.
Nuisances Created By Dogs
Should a nuisance be created by a dog you can lodge a complaint at the Council offices for the Rangers to investigate.
Anti-Barking Device
For a small fee and a deposit an anti-barking device can be hired from the Council offices.
Sterilisation Subsidies
Council has in place a subsidy scheme in relation to the sterilization of dogs and cats. Under the scheme the owner of a dog (the dog must be registered) or cat is eligible for a concession of $20.00 off the cost of sterilisation of the animal. The concession will be payable direct to the vet performing the procedure. For further information please contact the office prior to visiting the vet.
Cats
As of 1st November 2013 all cats over six (6) months old are required by State legislation to be registered, sterilised and micro-chipped. Applications to licence cats can be obtained from Council Offices. The following fees for a cat licence are applicable:
| DESCRIPTION |
1 YEAR |
3 YEARS |
LIFE |
| Life of cat |
|
|
$100 |
| Sterilised cat |
$20 |
$42.50 |
|
Breeder Certificate Fee: $100.00 per cat/per year – male or female – each cat must also be registered as per above fees.
Pensioners 50% of Registration Fee – (This does not include Breeders Certificate Fees)
Cat traps can also be hired for a small fee and deposit from the Council offices.
Camping in and around the Shire of Northampton
Camping or sleeping in your vehicle or caravan is not allowed in the Shire of Northampton unless you are staying at a caravan park or on private property with permission from the landowners or residents for a limited time.
This restriction applies to all state and national parks, local reserves, beaches, bush reserves, and car parks. Camping refers to using anything portable, such as a shed, tent, or awning—any temporary structure designed for habitation. It also covers all vehicles, caravans, and campervans.
If you plan to visit Kalbarri, Horrocks, Northampton, or Port Gregory for a camping holiday, please book ahead, as there is no free camping available in the area. State Government legislation permits camping only in designated caravan parks or camping grounds.
Illegal camping incurs a penalty of $200 per person under the Caravan and Camping Regulations.
No camping is permitted in the Kalbarri National Park.
Note: The nearest 24-hour rest area is Galena Rest
area, located on the Northwest Coastal Highway about 77 km from Kalbarri, along the Kalbarri-Ajana Road. Facilities include tables, toilets and a dump point.
Plan your trip carefully to ensure you arrive safely.
Fires
Campfires are prohibited from 1 September to 14 April. Lighting of fires in the open air within the Shire of Northampton for the purpose of camping or cooking is prohibited on days of High, Extreme or Catastrophic fire danger forecast (this includes gas cooking appliances).
For more information, contact the Shire of Northampton office on 08 9934 1202.
For emergencies, call 000.
Four-wheel driving
Always drive slowly, especially on coastal off-road tracks, and never exceed 20km/h on beaches. Be mindful of wildlife and changing conditions, and avoid driving at night. Stick to designated areas to protect fragile vegetation and prevent lasting damage to the environment. Ensure your tyres are at the recommended tyre pressure for the conditions.
Parking
Parking is only permitted within marked bays within the Shire of Northampton. Long bay parking is available in the town centre behind the Kalbarri Visitor Centre, day use only. Parking on reserves, grassed areas, around ovals and on roadsides is not permitted, and you could be fined under the Shire of Northampton Local Law.
Beach Emergency Signs (BEN)
Beach Emergency Number (BEN) signs are installed at coastal locations around Kalbarri. The BEN system is a unique coding system designed to improve emergency response times. You can guide emergency services to a specific location using the unique Beach Emergency Number (BEN) on the signs.
In an emergency, dial 000 and quote the unique code and location information on the BEN sign.
Where possible, someone should wait at the BEN sign until the emergency service arrives.
Guidelines on Camping in & Round Kalbarri