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IMPORTANT PUBLIC NOTICE TO LANDHOLDERS AND CONTRACTORS Water Corporation New Pricing Policy for Council Owned Fixed Standpipes Council resolved at its July meeting to install two (2) solar powered standpipe controllers with the purpose of achieving better cost recovery for water taken from a Council provided facilities and reduce the misuse of water by outside users. The problem with the standpipe usage within the Shire at present, is the misuse of water by outside users such as contractors and non-residents.

Water Corporation will be implementing a new management and billing structure from the 1st July 2019 and information about this change has been provided to the Shire of Westonia

The new Carrabin Station, 650m east of the existing station, will be fully compliant with Disability and Discrimination Act (DDA) standards.

The wildflowers are here & it looks like it's going to be a spectacular season!

The Shire of Westonia was recently awarded the Diligence in Safety Award at the recent WALGA Local Government Week Convention.

We are pleased to release this year’s budget which is aligned with what you told us is important to you throughout our integrated planning process. We have embraced your feedback to deliver projects that enable the Shire of Westonia to be the place you want it to be. The ideas you gave us during 2017/18 have driven the Council’s priorities to shape this budget.

Notice is hereby given that the Shire President of the Shire of Westonia, in accordance with the provisions of Section 5.4 of the Local Government Act 1995 has exercised his power to call a Special Council Meeting.

Pursuant to Section 6.33 and 6.36 of the Local Government Act 1995, notice is hereby given to ratepayers of the intention of the Shire of Westonia to impose the following differential and minimum rates for the 2018/2019 rating year:

Notice is hereby given in accordance with the provisions of Section 58 of the Land Administration Act 1997 and Regulation 9 of the Land Administration Regulations 1998, that the Shire of Westonia is proposing to accede dedication of a portion of the Westonia Town Common Reserve 14983 from Boundary Road extending to the north along Warrachuppin Road for provision of a 30 metre road reserve for vehicular access from Boundary Road extending to the north along Warrachuppin road.

It's time to review the Strategic Community Plan - the community's 10 year plan implemented by the Shire. WESTONIA we need you!

The Shire of Westonia recently held a function in Westonia at the Miners Hall honouring retiring Councillor and former President Louis Geier for 32 years’ service to the Westonia Shire and community.

The Annual General Meeting of Electors will be held on Thursday 16th November 2017 at the Old Miners Hall, Wolfram Street, Westonia commencing at 7.00pm.

On Thursday, 14 September 2017, at the close of nominations, the following candidates were announced as Councillors elected unopposed in the 2017 Local Government Elections;

The 2017 Local Government Week was held during August 2-4, which the CEO and 4 of our Elected Members attended. As part of the event the WALGA holds it’s AGM which includes the presentation of awards to nominated past and present Elected Members in a variety of categories including Long and Loyal Service, Merit Award and Eminent Service. This year the Shire successfully nominated Councillor and former President, Louis Geier for the Eminent Service Award.

A banner depicting a grinning shark taking a selfie has taken out top prize in the 2017 Banners in the Terrace Competition. 59 communities entered banners in the competition run by the WA Local Government Association as part of its annual Convention at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Local government ordinary elections are held on the third Saturday in October every two years.

Westonia Community Co-operative - School Bus Driver & School Bus Aide

Australia’s first National Firearms Amnesty aimed at reducing the number of unregistered firearms in our community runs form 1 July to 30 September 2017.

An amended Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) is now available for public comment

WET, WILD, WONDERFUL Stephen Scourfield finds treasures galore on display in the Goldfields. Read the Newspaper article on Hidden gems in our area this includes a fabulous section on Baladjie Rock.

Eastern Wheatbelt Biosecurity Group has been assisting Wheatbelt sheep farmers manage wild dog populations and reducing stock losses for over 10 years. Kulin farmer and founder of EWBG, Jim Sullivan, reports that with the control of wild dog populations stock losses have declined from over 1000 in 2008 down to 50 last year. Additionally, the group has noticed that with the removal of wild dogs (as well as cats and foxes) native fauna such as kangaroos, native marsupials and birds have returned to areas

The nbn™ network is an exciting upgrade to Australia’s existing phone and internet network. It is being rolled out across Australia by nbn. The rollout is done as quickly as possible to bring fast broadband to every home and business.

The Orchid have come out to enjoy the sunshine.

The Shire of Westonia, together with the Shire of Bruce Rock, Shire of Kellerberrin, Shire of Yilgarn and Shire of Merredin are collaboratively developing an app that will provide residents and visitors with information on businesses, services, events and specials within these shires. The app will be free to download and will be available for both iOS and Android devices.

In late 2014, the Shire of Westonia was awarded funding through the State NRM Office to commission a Conservation Management Plan (CMP). The Shire accepted an offer from Eco Logical Australia to produce the CMP. The draft Plan was submitted to the Shire for discussion in April.

Council is currently inviting submissions for the coming 2016/17 Budget. Submissions will be accepted until the 10th June 16 for the financial year commencing 1st July 2016. Council generally adopts the 2016/17 Budget at a special meeting of Council taking place in July.

Westonia Campers Kitchen & Ablutions

Department of Sport and Recreation we recently had the opportunity to film a video on sports volunteers

The Hood-Penn Museum on Westonia's main street is now open. Entry is $3 for adults and $1 for anyone under the age of 18. The museum includes a variety of scenes showcasing early life in the shire including a pub scene, a shop/hardware store scene, a petrol station/garage scene, a kitchen scene, a bedroom scene and a blacksmith/farm workshop scene. A vibrating mine tunnel is also included within the museum that simulates life in an early Westonian gold mine.

Pursuant to Section 6.33 and 6.36 of the Local Government Act 1995, notice is hereby given to ratepayers of the intention of the Shire of Westonia to impose the following differential and minimum rates for the 2015/2016 rating year: