Shire of Katanning

Located in Western Australia’s Upper Great Southern, Katanning is a thriving regional centre 2.5 hours south of Perth and under 2 hours north of Albany. It services a broader population of around 12,500 across eight local governments within a 70km radius. As part of the State Government’s SuperTown Project, Katanning is actively fostering economic growth and development, particularly in agriculture, which supports over 400 businesses.

With projections to triple its population from 5,000 to 15,000 over the next 20 years, Katanning is recognised as a key inland growth centre. It has significant potential as a future Meat Precinct supplying growing Asian markets. WAMMCO’s internationally recognised Halal Abattoir employs 340 full-time staff, and the Katanning Regional Sheep Saleyards is among the country’s largest.

Katanning blends rural charm and urban convenience with excellent infrastructure, including schools, healthcare, aged care, recreation facilities, and reliable transport links. The community celebrates rich multicultural diversity, with people from around the world contributing to its vibrant cultural fabric.

Spanning 1,523km², Katanning has over 780km of roads, more than 2,100 dwellings, and employs 92 Shire staff. It supports a wide range of industries from agribusiness and education to logistics, construction, and retail, underpinning its role as a dynamic and prosperous regional hub.