Current Consultations - Projects

To secure Onslow’s long-term water future, Water Corporation plans to construct a seawater desalination plant in Onslow.

This proposal will result in the town having an additional source of drinking water that is climate independent. It will provide security of water supply for Onslow. 

The design process has started, and Water Corporation are currently asking for further feedback, with a view to submitting a final proposal for environmental approval.

The urban form of Onslow over many years has significantly modified the extent of the dunal system to the point where it is difficult to define. Accordingly, there is some conjecture as to where the “frontal dune areas of the townsite” as referred to in Sub Clause 7.3.1 actually exists. In June 2003, the Western Australian State Government released Statement of Planning Policy No. 2.6 - The State Coastal Planning Policy (SCPP).

The SCPP provides guidance for new development, including subdivision and strata subdivision, on the Western Australian coastline. The SCPP outlines the recommended criteria for use in determining the appropriate Physical Processes Setback (PPS). The PPS should provide a low level of risk to the development from coastal erosion over a 100 year planning horizon.

The Waterwise Council program helps councils in Western Australia adhere to the State Government’s water efficiency measures and further encourages improved water use management at a corporate and community level. The Shire of Ashburton is proud to be a Waterwise Council, and continues to work towards improving water efficiency in Onslow.

Great News! The Shire of Ashburton has recently received notification that we have successfully retained our Waterwise Council endorsement for 2015. 

The new Tom Price Childcare Centre will be delivered as part of the Community Infrastructure and Services Partnership between the Shire of Ashburton and Rio Tinto. The partnership aims to improve the liveability of Tom Price, Paraburdoo and Pannawonica through the delivery of new and upgraded community infrastructure, services, events and programs.

The Pilbara Regional Waste Management Facility, just 40km from Onslow, is a new regional waste management facility for Australia's North West.

Tom Price Skate Park provides a positive hub for our youth community and is an important piece of infrastructure in the heart of town.

The Shire of Ashburton have committed $250,000 to upgrade the much loved facility, with funding partner Rio Tinto also committing $400,000 to the upgrade and additional funding is currently being sought through Building Better Regions Funding.

Work will start on delivering the first stage of a planned $20 million upgrade of recreational boating facilities at Onslow in October 2021.