General

The Shire of Waroona is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Mark Goodlet to the role of Chief Executive Officer following his endorsement at the October ordinary council meeting.

Please be advised that the Shire of Waroona Administration and Licensing Centre will close at 3pm on Thursday 28th October 2021, in addition, the Waroona Public Library will also be closed at 3.00pm and reopen at 3.30pm. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

At its September Ordinary Meeting, Council adopted a reviewed Corporate Business Plan for the period 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2025. This four year plan titled ‘Towards Waroona 2030' will activate the objectives of the Strategic Community Plan, and informs the annual budget process to ensure the priorities of the community are strategically aligned and affordable.

How do you feel about the provision of health and community services in the Shire of Waroona? We want to hear from you!

Are you planning a project or event that may require grant support? Looking for help so your group can deliver important work in the community? Or are you just keen to find out a bit more about Lotterywest’s grants program?

More than 20 years’ service as a councillor for the Shire of Waroona has seen Cr Noel Dew receive one of only 6 Eminent Service Awards from the Western Australia Local Government Association (WALGA). This award is for personal commitment, eminent service and contribution to the local government section or WALGA. Cr Dew was first elected to the Waroona Shire Council in 1999, and has retained this position since. Throughout these 22 years, Cr Dew has served on numerous committees, taskforces, advisory bodies and working groups. Cr Dew has also served as Shire President for 3 terms between 2007 and 2009, 2011 and 2013, and 2015 and 2017, and as Deputy Shire President for 1 term between 2003 and 2005.

Notice of Results – Local Government Elections

LiveLighter Ballroom Dancing Lessons – now extended due to popular demand!! Ballroom Dancing all starts with your first baby steps towards dancing like a pro! Join reputable dance school Dancepower for seven weeks of FREE ballroom dance lessons at Memorial Hall in Waroona. The lessons, taking place 5pm-7pm Friday evenings throughout September and October (excluding 22 October), are open to all levels of dancing from beginner through to advanced. Join the fun and let’s get dancing!! Register by selecting attending on the Facebook event, call 08 9733 7800 or email: warshire@waroona.wa https://fb.me/e/1nmhnKc3L

Round 1 of the 2021/2022 Alcoa Waroona Micro Grants have now been Awarded!

It's time to submit your application to fill one of four Councillor vacancies in our 2021 Local Government Election.

Notice is hereby given that the September Ordinary Council Meeting will no longer be held at Lake Clifton Community Centre as previously advertised.

Notice is hereby given that Council at its Ordinary Meeting on Tuesday 24 August 2021 resolved to make the abovementioned local law.

Hard waste collection scheduled for early December 2021.

Nominations for the 2021 Council Elections open on 2 September until 9 September

The Department of Communities is currently seeking applications for the Community Gardens Grants for 2021/2022.

Who are our local unsung heroes? Australia Day Awards 2022 Calling for nominations to recognise outstanding local community heroes who have made a significant contribution to the enhancement of community life within the Shire of Waroona. Nominations for the 2022 Australia Day Awards can be done easily online at https://www.citizenshipawards.com.au/nominate/ or on request at the Shire of Waroona Administration Building. Nominations close 31 October 2021

Dust off your dance shoes and bust out your Sunday best for the Waroona LiveLighter Dance Exposition: ‘Save the Last Dance’. For just $10 a ticket, you will be entertained with an emcee, Dance Sport demonstrations from some of Australia’s best, a live DJ, comedy skits, photo booth and time to show off your moves on the dance floor. ‘Save the Last Dance’ will take place at Waroona Recreation & Aquatic Centre on Friday 3 September from 5.30pm – 8.30pm. Finger food and light refreshments will be provided. Tickets are available through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/165224784779 For more information or assistance to secure your ticket, contact the Shire’s Place and Community Team on 08 9773 7800 This event is proudly funded by Healthway to promote the LiveLighter message.

You may be eligible to be enrolled to vote in the local government elections on 16 October 2021 if you live in or are an owner or occupier of rateable property in the Shire of Waroona.

Dates for hard waste collection still to be determined

On 22 and 27 July respectively, the Shires of Murray and Waroona resolved to recommit their focus on a large number of economically significant major projects that are either in progress or under development.

A preliminary concept plan was prepared for Waroona’s new Community Precinct in 2020. Following community feedback and preparation of the Waroona Revitalisation Strategy, we are reviewing this preliminary plan to ensure it aligns with the overall vision for Waroona and as far as possible captures the diverse needs of our community. For the initial stage of this review we have prepared three high level sketches which provide options on how the various elements of the precinct could be structured.

Lotterywest Grant approved!

The Shire has prepared a draft Foreshore Management Plan for Preston Beach. This plan reviews and updates the previous plan prepared in 2002. A copy of the draft plan can be viewed at waroona.wa.gov.au under the Consultation and Public Notices tab. The plan is also available for viewing at the Shire’s office at 52 Hesse Street, Waroona, between 8.30am and 4.00pm Monday to Friday.

This survey is one way people can contribute to the development of the Shire's Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2022-2027. The purpose of the DAIP is to ensure that all people, including people with disability, are welcomed and included in the Shire of Waroona and have equitable access to buildings, information, public consultations, complaints processes, services and employment.

Join us for four weeks of FREE ballroom dancing lessons at the Waroona Memorial Hall.

The Alcoa Waroona Micro Grants are now open, closing 15 August 2021.

What a night of fun, good food, diverse activities and positive energy in Lake Clifton on Friday 21 May for the Twilight Mini Golf and Drumming event.

Perth and Peel small businesses impacted by the ANZAC Day weekend lockdown will soon be able to apply for $2,000 grants to assist with some of the costs incurred as a direct result of the three-day lockdown and subsequent restrictions.

The Preston Beach community enjoyed another successful outdoor cinema event on the Saturday night of the March long weekend with well over 100 people and quite a few kangaroos on the golf club green to watch movie: ‘The Call of the Wild‘ with Harrison Ford.

In order to conduct a public event on Shire of Waroona land or in a Shire owned venue, approval must first be obtained through the lodgement of a Public Event Application Form.