Forrest Beach and Wonnerup Beach remain popular locations for fishing, horse riding and other recreational activities. The City has undertaken works that aim to improve safety and infrastructure, as well as help protect our beaches and dune systems now and into the future.

In early December, the City of Busselton began installing a new beach barrier at the northern end of Forrest Beach, near the Shire of Capel boundary.

The City of Busselton will begin installing a new beach barrier at the northern end of Forrest Beach, near the Shire of Capel boundary.

From now until 6 February 2026, the City of Busselton is collecting donations for the Give Write Program, helping local students in need start the school year with the supplies they deserve.

At the City of Busselton, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive community. We are proud to announce that we’re supporting the Hidden Disabilities (HD) Sunflower initiative.

We understand there has been some recent community discussion and enhanced interest in the progress of the draft Local Planning Scheme 22 and the process the City must follow to develop and finalise it.

Following the recent fire, Marri Reserve is temporarily closed for safety reasons and to allow the vegetation to recover.