Dowerin Community Resource Centre and Public Library
Dowerin Community Resource Centre (CRC) provides local access to technology, practical services, learning opportunities and community information.
Managed by the Shire of Dowerin, the centre shares its building with Dowerin Public Library at 13 Stewart Street, in the former Commercial/Challenge Bank building. It also provides visitor information for people exploring the district.
Programs and services
Technology, documents and training
The CRC offers computer and technology classes and individual assistance for different age groups, alongside public computers and Wi-Fi.
Everyday services include printing, scanning, emailing, laminating, document formatting and photo services. These help residents, businesses and community groups complete tasks locally.
Staff can also assist people to access Medicare, Centrelink and other government services. Contact the centre about the assistance available for your particular enquiry.
Library and early literacy
Dowerin Public Library operates from the CRC building, providing a local place to access library services and reading resources.
The Shire’s library work includes early literacy initiatives such as Better Beginnings, which encourages families to share books and reading with young children.
Library enquiries: library@dowerin.wa.gov.au.
Community activities and events
The CRC team helps coordinate community events and supports local groups to turn ideas into projects.
Activities have included free family celebrations at Dowerin Memorial Pool. The 2026 Australia Day program brought together breakfast, community awards and children’s activities, including face painting and inflatables.
Ask the CRC about upcoming workshops, family activities and opportunities to get involved.
Local training opportunities also received a boost in October 2026, when the Shire was awarded Regional Traineeship Program funding for a Certificate III in Events traineeship. Contact the Shire for information about recruitment and commencement arrangements.
Support for local groups and businesses
The CRC provides workshops, marketing assistance and help connecting businesses with useful resources. It also assists community organisations to identify funding opportunities and prepare grant applications and acquittals.
Community Development Coordinator Shelley Matthews oversees CRC operations and supports community projects, grants and budgets.
Older residents and community connection
Older residents can enquire about local social activities, learning opportunities and support through the CRC.
The Shire also operates Dowerin Home Care, helping residents maintain independence at home. CRC staff can direct enquiries to the appropriate team for current service and access information.
Local news — Dowerin Despatch
The Dowerin Despatch is the local newspaper, printed fortnightly through the CRC.
Community groups and businesses can contact the team about notices, advertising and publication deadlines.
Despatch enquiries: despatch@dowerin.wa.gov.au.
Support local programs
To discuss a donation, program sponsorship, equipment or help delivering an activity, contact the CRC team.
Explain what you would like to support and ask about current priorities and the Shire’s arrangements for accepting contributions. Businesses and community members with practical or creative skills can also discuss opportunities to contribute to upcoming activities.
Support enquiries: crcadmin@dowerin.wa.gov.au or 08 9631 1662.
Organisation and DGR status
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Operating entity | Shire of Dowerin |
| ABN | 35 939 977 194 |
| Entity type | Local Government Entity |
| DGR status | Not entitled to receive tax-deductible gifts |
The CRC operates through the Shire. Contributions to this entity do not qualify as tax-deductible charitable gifts under its current DGR status.
View the official ABN Lookup record.
WAssup connection
Confirmed — future allocation.
Dowerin CRC has confirmed that it can receive and manage a future WAssup speaker and microphone kit. The equipment will support locally managed youth activities, workshops, community gatherings and events as a reusable shared resource.
Contact and visit
Dowerin Community Resource Centre and Public Library
13 Stewart Street
Dowerin WA 6461
Phone: 08 9631 1662
CRC email: crcadmin@dowerin.wa.gov.au
Library email: library@dowerin.wa.gov.au
Website: Dowerin CRC and Public Library
Published opening hours: Tuesday–Friday, 9am–3:30pm.
Contact the centre for current program dates, bookings and service availability.