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Rosselloty Street, Williams WA 6391Ph: 9885 1121Fax: 9885 1224

Williams Primary School provides, in a caring environment, opportunities for all students to become independent and self managing learners who are able to acquire skills, knowledge and values and to develop creativity to their full potential.

The school has wonderful students who value their school, cherish their friends, respect their community and who generally love to learn. The students participate with enthusiasm and vigour. The school is well-supported by parents and the wider community and the teachers are determined to work in partnership with families to get the best out of each and every student. Williams Primary school expects high standards of academic and social achievement.

Williams Primary School currently runs four class groups. We utilise experienced teachers for Literacy and Numeracy support, run a highly regarded Science programme and offer French, Music and Instrumental Music that is taught by staff from the School of Instrumental Music. The Arts are highly valued at our school with an Art specialist teaching Visual Arts across the school, fabulous end-of-year concert productions, Music Assemblies and Circus Skills (for which we are well-equipped). Staff members are encouraged and supported to take on leadership roles and to build on their professional skills and knowledge. The school is spacious with bright rooms that open onto verandas, a well resourced, automated library and classrooms that are networked with Broadband access. A new library is currently under construction. The school grounds are spacious, well-presented and cater for a wide range of sporting and physical activity.

Early Childhood staff are well-qualified, with a well-equipped centre inside and out, and like the rest of the school it is delightfully landscaped.

Education- Primary SchoolWilliams Primary School encourages, welcomes and values parent and community involvement. The Parents & Citizens are very active in fundraising and in supporting school events and the School Council provides thoughtful input to support the school’s decision-making processes. The students, staff and the wider community are proud of this school.

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Williams Primary School P & C

Meets at the school on the first Tuesday of the month during school terms.

An active parent and community body providing additional financial support for the school.

Recent projects have included playground equipment, upper body strengthening equipment, shade sails, quadrangle redevelopment, garden enhancements, literacy support, camp subsidies and bus subsidies for excursions.

President: Mrs Heidi Cowcher Ph: 9885 6013Secretary: Mrs Jane HillmanPh: 9884 1011

Playgroups & Childcare

Willi Wag Tails Childcare Centre

The service operates five days per week,Monday-Friday from8.00 am to 5.30 pm,48 weeks of the year, excluding public holidays.The service is managed and operated by the Shire of Williams.The centre is licensed for 4 children aged 0-2 year olds; 5 children aged 2-3 years and 11 childrenaged 3 years plus.

Ph: 9881 1673 Email: williwagtails@williams.wa.gov.au1 Growse St WILLIAMS

Williams Playgroup

President: Mrs Kelly Ford Phone: 08 9885 1602Vice President: Mrs Jacky Chadwick Phone: 08 9885 6161Session Leader: Sharon JohnstonPhone: 9885 1515Secretary: Ms Marnie PetchellTreasurer: Mrs Daneille Rintoul Phone: 08 9884 5095Thurdays During School Term at 9.00amLocation: Arts and Craft Centre - Albany Hwy, Williams.

Williams Regional Toy Library

President: Mrs Jackie Chadwick Phone: 08 9885 6161Secretary: Mrs Letisha Fowler Phone: 08 9885 6060Treasurer: Mrs Sharon Johnstone Phone: 08 9885 1515

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Narrogin Senior High School

Address: Gray Street, Narrogin WA 6312Phone: (08) 9881 9300Fax: (08) 9881 2170Email: nshsmail@nshs.wa.edu.au

In 1955, the Narrogin Agricultural Senior High School was opened; operating a ‘town’ campus and a ‘farm’ campus. In 1981 the campuses were separated into independent institutions. Since then, Narrogin Senior High School has grown; now catering for approximately 680 students. It is a genuine comprehensive senior high school which prepares students for university, Technical And Further Education and employment.

Its upper school offers academically demanding courses such as Economics, Physics and Calculus, vocationally oriented courses such as Business and Office Administration, Accounting and Furniture Cert 1 (VET), culturally focused courses such as Music, History and Art and technologically rich courses such as Technical Graphics (VET), Information Technology and Media.

Typically students enrol as twelve year olds into year 8. There is however a significant intake of fifteen year old students into year 11, with many students choosing to live at the Narrogin Residential College.

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Narrogin Residential College

43 Gray StreetNarrogin, WA 6312Phone: 08 9881 1066Email: ngnrc@westnet.com.auAdministration hours 8:30am to 4:00pm

Narrogin Residential College is one of Western Australia’s largest co-educational secondary boarding colleges that can cater for up to 220 boarders. Boarding is provided for students attending Narrogin Senior High School and for students (u18yrs) attending C Y O’Connor TAFE. Students can also board with the college up to year 10 with an intention to transfer to Narrogin Agricultural College for year 11 and 12.

The College primarily services parents residing in the Wheatbelt and Upper Great Southern region of WA. However, students from other areas of the state choose to board at the College. The College provides excellent care and supervision of its students and a full range of sporting and recreational activities. In addition to this students are supported with their academic and pastoral care needs. All this is provided by a dedicated team of full-time Boarding Supervisors.

School Bus Services operate outside the townsite to bring school children to the primary school in Williams and on to the high school in Narrogin.

Narrogin Agricultural College

Cooraminning Road, Narrrogin WA 6312Phone: 08 9881 1255Fax: 08 9881 2938Email: narrogin.ac@det.wa.eduau

The College is one of the leading vocational and educational institutions providing excellence in teaching and training in a positive working, learning and living environment and graduating highly motivated students, responsive to change with a sense of pride in themselves and their College.

The College is in the business of providing quality education and training in an agricultural and trade context, giving students the opportunity to gain a wide range of relevant and transferable knowledge and skills in preparing for employment, further education and adult life.

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Williams St John Ambulance

20 Brooking Street WILLIAMS WAOffice Hours - TuesdaysP/T Admin Officer: Tracy UchtmanPh/Fax: 08 9885 1299

Chairperson: Phil Stewart Ph: 0433 394 941Secretary: Pat DudleyTreasurer: Neville SteickePh: 0433 394 941 E: williams.ambulance@westnet.com.au

In an emergency call 000.

New volunteers always welcome. Service provides emergency ambulance care for the community and its visitors. The sub-centre also offers 1st Aid courses and sells first aid kits.

Emergency Services

Williams Volunteer Fire & Rescue

22 Brooking Street WILLIAMS WA Ph: 9885 1116 Fax: 9885 1405Email: williamsvfrs@bigpond.com Captain: Trevor PalframenPh: 0427 478 473Secretary: Donna HardiePh: 0458 882 080

New volunteers are always welcome.

Williams Volunteer Fire & Rescue undertake a range of responsibilities, including: • combating fires • containing hazardous material spills • rescues - mostly involving road crashes • fire safety education

Through their training, volunteer firefighters learn to operate the wide range of equipment, vehicles and appliances used in fire suppression operations, including charged hose lines, portable pumps, tankers and communications.

FESA provides training in: • personal and team safety • structural and bush fire fighting • communications • first aid • vehicle driving - on and off road • leadership and emergency management

procedures

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Bush Fire Brigades

Contact details:Harvest Ban Info Line(24 hour / answering machine) 08 9885 1588 Office hours: Shire of Williams9885 1005

Chief Bushfire Control Officer Brian Liddelow 0448 971 048

Deputy Chief Bushfire Control OfficerRoss Major 0428 851 02121

Bush Fire Base StationRoss & Natalie Major08 9885 1021

Bush Fire Brigades are farmer-based, and grouped into Brigades that cover the entire Shire of Williams. They are responsible for any bushfires in their area. When larger fires

breakout, often volunteers from across the Shire attend and offer support.

Boraning ( West of Williams)Captain/ Fire Control Officer

George Lavender (08) 9885 7040

Quindanning (West Of Williams)Captain/ Fire Control Officer

Dennis Cowcher (08) 9885 7073

Congelin (North East of Williams)Captain

Geoff Higham (08) 9885 1063

Tarwonga ( South of Williams)Captain/ Fire Control Officer

Gilbert Medlen0428 858 077

Glenfield (Outskirts of Williams -mainly to the South)

Captain/ Fire Control Officer Ross Major

0428 851 021

West Culbin (South-East of Williams)Captain/Fire Control Officer

Kennedy Hogg(08) 9885 8046

Narrakine (North of Williams)Captain/Fire Control Officer

Doug Fowler 0428 856 050

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williamsHealth & Aged Care

Williams Medical Centre

Adam StreetWILLIAMS WA 6391Postal address: PO Box 42 WILLIAMS WA 6391

Ph: 08 9885 1006Fax: 08 9885 1066

The Williams Medical Centre is open Monday-Friday 9am-5pm and is staffed by a Clinical Nurse. Child Health services are also offered.

A doctor from the Boddington Medical Centre attends on Thursday’s. Ring the Williams Medical Centre for appointments or contact the Boddington Medical Centre on: (08) 9883 9999.

Nearby Hospitals

• Narrogin Regional Hospital 08 9881 0333 • Boddington District Hospital 08 9883 8444

Stay On Your feet Exercises

Wednesdays and Fridays 9.30am - 11.30am in the RSL

Hall. For the details contact the Medical Centre.

Home and Community Care (HACC)

The Medical Centre coordinates the Home and Community Care (HACC) program for the older members of our community. For more information, please contact the Medical Centre.

What types of support does the HACC program provide?• Support to participate in social activity in a group

or one on one • Assistance with everyday household tasks • Assistance with the preparation or delivery of meals • Minor work in your home or yard to maintain your

safety, independence and access • Minor structural changes to your home to help

maintain your independence and safety • Nursing care provided by a registered or enrolled

nurse. • Assistance to support your independence in your

personal care activities such as showering and dressing

• Assistance to keep up with essential activities such as shopping, banking and maintaining social contacts

• Allied health assistance to enhance nutrition, function, strength, independence and safety

• Assistance to help you attend appointments and travel around the community

Williams Art & CraftCentre

Williams has an active Art & Craft Committee (see contacts in Community Groups).

The committee hosts a number of art and craft related workshops throughout the year, which are all advertised in The Williams.

Williams Repertory Club (theatre arts)

This club has a wide reputation for staging magnificent productions, both plays and musical theatre, annually for the community and beyond. The club stages a show presented over 4/5 nights in around August/September each year.

Contact details for the Club can be found on the Community Groups information sheet.

Arts & CultureArt Galleries and Studios

Millbook - A private estate that hold a number of exhibitions throughout the year.

Tromp Studios - Home of impressionist painter John Tromp and Textile artist Marijke Tromp.

The Williams Woolshed - Showcasing artworks from Williams and the Great Southern Region with a rural theme.

The Williams Shire Artwork Committee

A committe reponsible for the collection of works for display in the Shire Offices and public buildings around Williams.

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Water

Town based residents and those on the pipeline (Pinjarra-Williams Road & Narrogin-Williams Road), have access to scheme water provided by the Water Corporation. All other residents rely on rainwater.

Account enquries13 13 85 (8am -5pm weekdays)Faults & Emergencies 13 13 75 (24 hours)

Energy

The Wheatbelt Region is serviced by Western Power’s south-west interconnected grid power system, which delivers electrical power to industry, business and residents.

Account enquires (Synergy) 13 10 87 (7am-5pm weekdays)Faults & Emergencies 13 13 51 (24 hours)

Real Estate

Landmark 0429 689 920Ray White 9881 0888Elders 9885 1008Century Realty 9881 3388

Business & EntertainmentVenues

Venues for meetings and functions include the Shire Hall Complex, Williams Community Resource Centre, Williams Recreation ground Pavilion and Williams Anglican Church hall.

Radio

Radio West (AM – 918)ABC (AM – 558 or 720)HotFM (FM – 100.5)Triple J (FM – 94.1)

Television

ABC & GWN provide television coverage in all areas. With a satellite dish, WIN and SBS can also be accessed in rural areas. Williams has moderate digital reception for those households with an appropriate digital reciever. Digital Channels inlude ABC 1, 2 & 3 and the 24 hour news channel, WIN, GO, GEM, Ten, 11, One, GWN7, 7Two and & 7Mate, and all SBS channels.

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Communications

Services to the region include Next G mobile phone coverage. In town, a number of service provider handsets work, however out of town, this is limited to Telstra. As new towers are installed, the service coverage does appear to be improving

Access to local call internet connections are available through several internet service providers.

Satellite and ADSL services are all provided to various locations throughout the Shire, and dependent on arrangements with different service providers.

Post office & Courier services

Williams Licensed Post office, located on the corner of Albany Highway and Brooking Street, provides a wide range of mail services, including stationery and gift lines.

Several courier companies deliver to Williams. Enquiries

to WRS or the Williams Newsagency.

Education

Williams has one primary school. High school is available in Narrogin, 30km from Williams. See ‘Education’ for more information.

Health

Medical Centre, community and aged care all provided. See ‘Health and Aged Care’ for details.

Accommodation

Ranges from hotels, self-contained cottages, bed & breakfasts and a caravan park. See ‘Where to Stay’ for more information.

Sporting Venues & Competitions

Sporting facilities include a 25m pool (open from November to March annually), football/cricket/hockey oval, two bowling greens, 3 lit tennis courts (in town), 3 unlit tennis courts (in town), 6 courts (Tarwonga – south of Williams), badminton, basketball & netball courts, a golf course, skate park, comprehensive network of cycle ways throughout town and a BMX Track.

williamsDog Registration:

Dog Registrations become due on 1st November each year.

1 Year 3 Years

Unsterilised Dog or Bitch

$30.00 $75.00

Sterilised Dog or Bitch

$10.00 $18.00

Dog used for tending stock

25% of ordinary fee

Dog belonging to pensioner

50% of ordinary fee

Dog Impoundments:

Dog owners have an obligation to keep their dogs under control at all times. Dogs wandering at large present a nuisance and a danger to the public. The Shire carries out dog patrols and responds to complaints. The Dog Act provides heavy penalties for owners whose dogs are impounded. Drivers, Motor Vehicle, Boat and Firearm Renewals:

Drivers licenses, vehicle licenses, boat licenses and firearm licenses may all be renewed at the Shire Office. Licensing staff are also able to assist with registration of new vehicles, motor vehicle transfers and ordering of personalised number plates between 8am and 4pm.

Health and Building Information:

The Environmental Health Officer incorporating Health, Building and Town Planning can be contacted at the Shire Office for any matters concerning Health and Building. The Environmental Health Officer is employed in a joint scheme with the Shires of Wagin and West Arthur. Williams’ allocated day is Friday and alternate Wednesdays, however the EHO is available in special circumstances through arrangement with the Chief Executive Officer.

Private Works:

The Shire’s range of modern plant and equipment, operated by trained staff, is available for private works hire. Current hire rates for graders, loaders, trucks, backhoe and other plant are available at the Shire Office.

Mosquito Control:

To assist in controlling mosquitos the following preventative measures should be taken:-• Ensure that all educt vents to plumbing installations

are fitted with a mosquito proof cowl.• Remove all rubbish, which may hold water from

around the yard eg. old drums, tyres and disused containers.

• Ensure that all water tanks have properly fitted lids and treat water with paraffin oil or kerosene in sufficient quantity to provide a film of oil across the surface.

• Council staff fogs the Williams Townsite on regular occasions when conditions are right and adult mosquitos are active. To receive an SMS advising you of upcoming fogging, ph the Shire office with your mobile number.

Refuse Disposal Site:

Situated off Narrogin-Williams Road 2.5km east of town. Refuse site is open Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 9am-3pm, when the site has a manager in attendance.

Rubbish Removals:

Williams town rubbish removals are carried out every Tuesday by Avon Waste (green “wheelie” bin). Kerbside recycling collections are carried out on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (yellow lid / green “wheelie” bin). Bins are encouraged to be put out the night before.

Council Services

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Public Library:

The Library is open Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5:00pm. The Library is situated in the Community Resource Centre, Brooking Street, Williams. Books may be returned during office hours.

Sports Pavilion:

Situated at the Williams sports ground. Bookings may be made through the Shire Office. This facility accommodates a variety of sports including basketball, tennis, netball, football, hockey, cricket, and inter-school sports. The grassed oval is equipped with lighting. The centre also provides a venue for cabarets, discos, weddings, general meetings and a variety of social gatherings.

Town Hall and RSL Hall:

Situated on the corner of Brooking Street and Growse Street. Bookings may be made through the Shire Office. Trestles, chairs, cutlery and crockery are available for hire from this facility. The Hall is also used for concerts, theatre and music evenings.

Aquatic Centre:

Telephone No. (08) 9885 1096. Situated at the entrance to the Recreation Ground, Pinjarra/ Williams Road. Open for general public use from approximately November to April when the Manager is in attendance.

Season and family tickets are available and may be purchased from the Shire Office.

Tourist Information Bay:

Situated at the Lions Park near the bridge on Albany Highway. Information on the board includes Shire and town site maps.

Aged Persons’ Facilities:

Situated on New Street and Growse Street, Williams. (Lions Units) 4 x 1 bedroom units and (Wandoo Cottages) 2 x 2 bedroom units are available for accredited senior citizens.

Single Persons’ Units:

Situated in Growse Street, Williams. Sandalwood Court houses 4 x 2 bedroom units for single persons.

Chemical Container Compound:

Situated inside the Refuse Site compound in which approved chemical containers may be deposited during normal tip hours (Wed, Sat, Sun, 9-3). All chemical containers must be thoroughly washed and drained before leaving at the compound.

Oil Recycling Depot:

Situated near the entrance to the Works Depot compound in which used oil may be placed for collection and recycling.

Recycling Depot:

Collection sites for aluminium cans, newspapers and glass containers are situated near the entrance to the Works Depot and at the Refuse Disposal Site. Additional recycling facilities including Cardboard collections are located at the Refuse site. Kerbside recycling is also available in town.

Recycling Shed:

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! Recycled, good condition, second hand goods are available to purchase at a small price. All funds raised are used for community purposes.

Council Services

williamsLocal Government

Vision – To maintain a country lifestyle while harnessing community spirit to make themost of the opportunities both obvious and hidden to progress the Shire

Mission – Council will endeavour to maintain and improve the quality of life in the Shireof Williams

The Council will strive for the recognition of a thriving community with an historicalidentity and encourage its future development

Williams Shire Council

Cr John Cowcher Shire President

9885 6013

Cr David EarnshawDeputy Shire President

9885 8070

Cr Moya Carne 9885 1053

Cr Gilbert Medlen 9885 8077

Cr Peter Paterson9885 1130

Cr Jarrod Logie 9885 1357

Cr Richard Johnstone 9885 1113

Cr Greg Cavanagh9885 7092

Cr Natalie Major 9885 1021

Shire Administration

Mr Ryan DuffChief Executive Officer

Mrs Cara RyanManager of Finance

Mr Tony Kett Works Supervisor

Mrs Sharon Wilkie Senior Administration Officer

Mrs Manuela LenehanAdministration Officer

Mr Steve Friend Environmental Health/Building Surveyor

Pool Contract Managers Contract Aquatic Services

Mrs Heidi Cowcher Community Development Officer

Mr Trevor PalframanRefuse Site Manager

williamsLocal Government

Street Address: Brooking Street, WILLIAMS WA 6391 Postal Address: PO Box 96, WILLIAMS WA 6391

Telephone: 08 9885 1005 Email: shire@williams.wa.gov.auFacsimile: 08 9885 1020 Website: www.williams.wa.gov.au

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Chief Executive Officer

Managerof

Finance

Consultants (as required)

Works Supervisor

Environmental Health Officer/

Building Surveyor

Pool Manager

Works Crew( +14)

AdministrativeOfficers (2)

CommunityDevelopment

Officer

Caretakers

Resource CentreStaff

Shire of Williams Organisational Structure

Jesse Martin Museum

This unique collection of memorabilia from the Williams district (and others) has been compiled by passionate local farmer, Jesse Martin. The project began in 1976, with the building of a replica inn, complete with original fittings and has grown to encompass a general store and other replica buildings, farm machinery and an extensive collection of various paraphernalia. Located on 4ha of the family farm, this private collection is available for viewing by appointment only, a donation to cancer research is asked as entry fee.

For further information and bookings phone 9885 1118.

Dryandra Woodland

Dryandra Woodland is located approximately 25kms north of Williams. This 22,000 hectare forest is well known for its bird and animal life including woylies, numbats, wallabies, kangaroos and possums and for its varied plants and trees. In spring the forest abounds in wild flowers. Accommodation is available.

For further information contact the Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) (08) 9881 1113 or (08) 9334 0333

Williams Heritage Trail

The Heritage trail was developed by the Williams Historical Society, Williams District High School and Williams Shire Council. The trail explores early areas of settlement and has two sections - a 1km walk around the townsite and a 35km scenic drive to Quindanning. A brochure is available.

The Shearer’s Yarn at the Williams Woolshed

The “Shearer’s Yarn” located at the Williams Woolshed is an innovative museum presenting the story of Wool in Western Australia. The Shearer’s Yarn combines sheep shearing, entertainment, historical displays, education and retail wool products.

Booking and enquiries can be forwarded to the Williams Visitor Information Centre on (08) 9885 1300

Things to See & Dowilliams

Things to See & Dowilliams

Lions Park

Located on the banks of the Williams River the park provides a pleasant place for a barbecue or picnic for locals and travellers. Includes a playground, toilets, a nature walk along the river and a pleasant weir to have a picnic next to. An information shelter gives a map of the region for travellers.

Cycleways

For a relaxing walk or cycle, the cycleway begins at the Shell Roadhouse and runs along the river, and thoughout town, linking the residential, commercial and recreation precincts.

Williams Nature Reserve

The Williams Nature Reserve is located 10km north west of the Williams townsite. It is set aside for the conservation of flora and fauna and has long been visited by locals and wildflower enthusiasts. Following development of the site it now provides visitors with suitable access and day-use facilities such as parking, information, a lookout and picnic table. Turn off the Albany Highway into McKenzie Road (approx 5km north of Williams), which is well signposted. It is hoped that a longer walktrail will be established at the site in the near future.

Old Pioneers Cemetery

North of Williams, the cemetery has graves dated back as early as 1830. Many ticket-of-leave men are buried here.

Wildflowers

Although wildflowers can be seen all year round, the biggest displays are in the spring.

Williams Visitor Information Centre

Open: 7 daysLocation: The Williams Woolshed

Albany Highway, WilliamsPhone: (08) 9885 1300

Fax:(08) 9885 1900Email:viscentre@westnet.com.au

williamsAgriculture & Transport

BIM’s EarthmovingMark Willcocks: Phone: 0427 771 083Brenton Willcocks: Phone:0427 388 866Email: vwillcocks@westnet.com.au

Crackers Shearing Contracting Shane BuscombQuindanning Shearing ContractorLot 2110 Quindanning Darkan Rd(08) 9885 7100

D & R FowlerShearing ContractorsPO Box 76Williams, WA 6391Phone/Fax: 08 9885 1359Mobile: 04 2791 64 27Email: fowlershearing@bigpond.com

Eastwoods Shearing ContractorsPhone: 08 9885 1828Mobile: 0427 773 678

Elders WilliamsMon – Fri 8am – 5.30pmAlbany HighwayWilliams WA 6391Phone: 08 9885 1008Fax:08 9885 1287Branch Manager: Graham Illich – Mobile: 0427 939 794Livestock: Mark Mahney – Mobile: 0417 996 629 www.elders.com.au

Kevin and Beth Fisher Agricultual Contracting and Carting 9885 11936

Ford Brothers Contracting Fencing ContractorsMatt and Jesse Ford 0427 093 241

Frank Bowman & CoLocal Earthmoving and agricultural contractingPhone: 08 9885 1247Mobile: 0407 472 712

Great Southern Point RepairsAlex WattPhone: 08 9885 1482Mobile: 0428 941 856

Iveston HaulageGrant BinghamPhone: 08 9885 1028Mobile: 0429 851 028

Jamie Cowcher Earthworks18 Collie/Williams RoadWilliams, WA 6391Mobile: 0429 304 208Fax: 08 9885 7094

Lewis Johnstone Spraying /Harvesting Contractor 0418 128 058

Josbury Chaff Steam cut Oaten, Wheaten and Lucerne ChaffDavid Earnshaw & Peter PatersonMatthews Road, Williams David: 0427 950 835

Junction Brook Pty LtdAgricultural Contracting, Cartage & MechanicsCraig HitchcockMobile: 0428 937 000

JW & BE Logie TransportJarrad & Britt LogiePhone: 08 9885 1357Mobile: 0408 912 358

JW & DL Logie TransportJohn & Darriel LogiePhone: 08 9885 1270Mobile: 0428 953 410

LandmarkJeremy GendersLivestock, Wool, Insurance, Real Estate, FinanceGrain and Fertiliser requirementswww.landmark.com.auBen Kealy Phone: 08 9885 1228Mobile: 0429 851 228Jeremy Mobile :0429 689 920

Macco Feeds AustraliaStock FeedsWilliams / Narrogin RoadPhone: 08 9885 1222

Gilbert & Janet Medlen & Sons Spraying Harvesting Contractor 9885 8077

TG & VM MedlenTim And Vicki Medlen Concrete 0428 851 290

williamsAgriculture & TransportM & M ContractorsMichael Italiano – Earthworks andgeneral cartingPO Box 154Williams WA, 6391Phone: 08 9885 1231Fax: 08 9885 1239Mobile: 0429 851 231

Narrakine HayExport HaySimon HardingPhone: 08 9885 6047Fax: 08 9885 6007Mobile: 0427 856 047Email: sbharding1@bigpond.com

Narrakine Western ChoiceExport GrainBob BakerPO Box 200Williams WA 6391Phone: 08 9885 6072Fax: 08 9885 6073bob.baker@westernchoice.com.au

Precision SoilTechUpper Great Southern ContractingSpraying Swathing & Soil Sampling Rob D’ArcyPhone: 0429 852 272Office: 1800 644 951

Prices Contracting Jon Price Manufacture and Erect Quality Sheds - All Sizes 0428 751 185

Groth Cartage and Contracting Agricultural Contracting and Cartage Ralph and Alison Groth Phone: 08 9885 1045

Robert and Justin DuffSpraying/ Harvesting ContractorPhone: 08 9885 8035

Scanwest Livestock ServicePeter MoorePhone: 08 9885 1461

Williams SpreadingFertiliser Spreading Shane Medlen Phone: 08 9885 1170

Silky’s Crutching ServicePhone: 08 9885 7336Mobile: 04 28735 314

SP Crutching ServiceShaun PhelpsPhone: 08 9885 1312Mobile: 0428 127 328

Spearwood Wool HandlersAndrew BasirePhone: 08 9494 2967Mobile: 0417 950 914

S & R Cowcher ContractorsStephen and Raelene Cowcher Shearing Contractors9885 1141

Williams Seed CleanersAubrey Fowler & CoYork/Williams RoadPhone: 08 9884 5258Fax: 08 9884 5010afowler@bigpond.com.au

Williams Rural SuppliesFor all your farming and hardware needsMon-Fri 8am – 5.30pmSat 8am – NoonNeville & Cathie SteickeAlbany HighwayPhone: 08 9885 1049Fax: 08 9885 1255

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trades and Services

ANZ Bank AgencyMon - Fri - 9.30 -3pmWilliams WoolshedAlbany Highway, Williams WA 6391Phone: 08 9885 1840www.anz.com

Australia PostCommonwealth & NAB AgencyMon – Fri 9am-5pm (lunch 12.30-1.30pm)42 Albany HighwayWilliams WA 6391Phone: 08 9885 1075Fax: 08 9885 1375www.auspost.com.au

BGC ITPhone: 0438857 094bgcitsupport@gmail.comwww.bgcit.net

Dudley ContractingJeff and Pat DudleyPhone/Fax: 08 9885 6003

Fishers Welding ServiceAndy & April FisherWilliams StreetPhone: 08 9885 1294

JFG ContractingJamie Green - Mini Excavator HirePhone: 08 9885 1902Mobile: 0427 475 302

Steve and Heather Hyde Repairs and Renovations 0429 845 224

Phillis DieselMechanical RepairsMobile: 0409 290 434Fax: 08 9885 1326

Shell RoadhouseMechanicsAlbany HighwayPhone: 08 9885 1103

Williams Milk Supply Leon and Kin Bertuola Phone: 08 9885 1198/ 0429 137 034Fax: 08 9885 1906

Health & Beauty

Feelin’ Groovy Beauty TherapyKiaja HaddrickMobile: 0429 232 889

Coiffure By Me Rachel Weis - Hair Stylist Albany Highway Williams WA 6391Phone: 08 9885 1790

Shirley Morony – Bowen TechniquePhone: 08 9885 1085

Reflexology Ali Ford For Appts Ph: 9885 8068 or 0428 290 237

Kinesiology Sally MedlenFor Appts Ph: 9885 8080At the Community Resource Centre

STAY ON YOUR FEETMedical CentrePhone: 08 9885 1006

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Retail Stores

Bush Brothers op ShopOpen: Wed 10am-2pmFriday: 1-4pmSaturday: 10am-1pmAlbany Hwy - next to Williams Woolshed

The Plumtree & IvyOpen 8.30am - 3.00pm Mon to Fri 8.30am - 2.00pm SaturdayBrooking StreetWilliams WA 6391Phone: 08 9885 1764www.furnituremart.com.au

The Rustik RainbowOpen 7 days a week 9.30am – 4pmCafe Gifts Nursery & ArtAlbany HighwayWilliams WA 6391Phone:08 9885 1845www.williams.wa.au/rustik-rainbow

Williams General StoreMon – Fri 8.30am – 5.30pmSat 8.30am – 12.30pmBrooking Street Williams WA 6391 Phone: 08 9885 1177 Fax: 08 9885 1177 Williams NewsagencyMon – Fri 6.30 – 5.30pmSat 7.30am – 12.30pmSun 8.30am – 10.30am Brooking Street Williams WA 6391Phone/Fax: 08 9885 1198

Williams WoolshedPhone: 08 9885 1400Open: 7days 8am -4pmWool Station: 08 9885 1384Williams Visitors Centre: 08 9885 1300

Artists and Framers

Gumnut Gully SignsHeather HighamPhone: 08 9885 8045Mobile: 0428 128 181Email: jhhigham@gmail.comwww.williams.wa.au/gumnut-gully-signs

Tromp StudiosJohn & Marijke TrompWilliams RoadPhone: 08 9885 1227

Fuel Outlets

BP RoadhouseAlbany Highway, Williams Ph: 9885 1135Mon- Fri - 5am-10pmSat - 6am-9pmSun - 6am-10pm

Caltex Roadhouse Albany Highway, Williams Ph: 9885 1104

7 days - 24 hours

Shell RoadhouseAlbany Highway, Williams Ph: 9885 1103Mon -Sat - 6am - 9pm

Sun - 7am-9pm

williamsCommunity Groups

ANGLICAN CHURCH WILLIAMS LOCAL COMMITTEE

TREASURER Mr Vern Sattler9885 8018

SECRETARY Mrs Jo Fowler9884 5258

THE WILLIAMS COMMUNITY PAPER

PRESIDENT Mrs Robyn Fowler9885 1707

EDITOR Mrs Wendy McDonald9885 1137

TREASURER Mrs Lyn Baker9885 1234

Williams Art & Craft Centre

PRESIDENT Mrs Lesley Hampton9885 1115

TREASURER Mrs Lyn Baker 9885 1111

SECRETARY Mrs Judy Martin9885 1136

Williams Bookclub

CONVENOR Mrs Corrie Rintoul 9884 5235

Williams Cancer Foundation Support Group

PRESIDENT Mrs Lesley Prowse9885 1134

SECRETARY Mrs Marj Pearson 9885 1064

TREASURER Mrs Jo Fowler 9884 5258

Williams District Club

PRESIDENT Mr Danny Fowler08 9885 1359

SECRETARY Mr Patrick Harrison08 9885 1868

TREASURER Mr David Carter08 9885 1220

Williams Gateway Expo Committee

PRESIDENT Mrs Ann Rintoul9885 1031

SECRETARY Mrs Heather Hyde 9884 5224

TRADE SEC.(Stallholder Info)

Mrs Jen Cowcher 9885 6014

TREASURER Mrs Kirsty Rintoul

Williams Landcare Inc

PRESIDENT Mrs Janette Liddelow 9885 1138

Williams Repertory Club

PRESIDENT Mr Jeff Rintoul 9885 1090

TREASURER Miss Courtney Kett 9885 1228

SECRETARY Mrs Kathy Rintoul9885 1090

Williams Friends of the Medical Centre

CHAIRPERSON Mr Graham Prowse 9885 1134

SECRETARY Mrs Manuela Lenehan 9885 1401

williamsSports and Recreation

Country Cricket Club

PRESIDENT Mr Glen Phelps 0400 092 075

SECRETARY Mr Robert Rose 0427 352 000

Tarwonga Tennis Club

PRESIDENT Mr Cliff Hall9885 1226

SECRETARY Mrs Tischa Foreman9885 8021

TREASURER Mrs Suzie Sattler 9885 8018

Tarwonga Cricket Club

PRESIDENT Mr John Gillett 9885 1237

SEC/TREASURER

Mr Michael Gillett9885 8083

Towns Cricket Club

PRESIDENT Mr Steven Ford 9885 1602

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Mr Rodney Ford 9885 1919

Williams Ladies Badmington

PRESIDENT

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Mrs Rachel Fowler9885 1359

Williams Bowling Club

PRESIDENT Mr Graham Prowse9885 1134

TREASURER Mrs Shirley Morony 9885 1085

SECRETARY Mr David Phelps

Williams Campdraft Assn

PRESIDENT Mr Doug Fowler 9885 6050

Secretary Ms Laurette Hall9883 8077

Treasurer Mrs Ainslie Batt 98838 2577

Williams Cricket ASSN

PRESIDENT Mr Rodney Ford 9885 19190409 190 682

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Mr Steven Ford 9885 1602

Williams Football Club

PRESIDENT Mr Tim Medlen 9885

TREASURER Mr Murray Ford 9885 8068

SECRETARY Mr Ryan Duff0429 900 005

WILLIAMS GOLF CLUB

PRESIDENT Mr Tony Kett 9885 1128

TREASURER Mr Peter Rintoul 9885 1031

SECRETARY Mr Graham Illich9885 1424

Williams Harness Racing Club

PRESIDENT Mr Peter Rintoul9885 1031

SECRETARY/TREASURER

Mrs Helen Bunch9885 1041

Williams Hockey Club

PRESIDENT Mrs Tracey Price0427 105 471

SECRETARY Ms Suzy Last 9885 8056

TREASURER Mrs Kristy Medlen0439 977 422

Williams Netball Club

PRESIDENT Mrs Sara Duff0429 947 312

TREASURER Mrs Megan Hardie 0429 376 080

SECRETARY Ms Em Wharton0459 111 000

Williams Tennis Club

PRESIDENT Mr Leon Bertuola9885 1145

TREASURER Mrs Jen D’arcy 9885 1274

SECRETARY Mrs Kerry Carne 9885 1023

williamsPlaces to Stay

Gelfro Farm StayHome hosted farmstay and B&B. Winner of the Greater Dryandra Tourism Award 2001, RZC 3½*, QA, Aussie HostAddress: ‘Gelfro Farm’ Fourteen Mile Brook Road, WilliamsPhone: 08 9884 5245 or 08 9884 5267Fax: 08 988 45245Email: battley@reachnet.com.auWebsite: www.gelfrofarmstay.com.au

Williams Country AccommodationAddress: Lot 52 Munthoola Road, Williams, WA, 6391Phone: 08 9885 1195e-mail: dpalandr@bigpond.net.au

Williams Motel & Shady Acre Caravan ParkAddress: 5 Williams Street, WilliamsPhone: 08 9885 1192Fax: 08 9885 1455

Williams HotelAddress: 26 Albany Highway, Williams

Phone: 08 9885 1016

Ye Olde Quindanning InneWonderful dining and accommodation, lively music scene and scenic location in the Valley of Quindanning.Phone: (08) 9885 7053www.quindanninghotel.com

Dwarda Downs Country HidewayRelax in our modern fully s/c 2bm cottage. Nestled in a 150 acre bush reserve within the farm. Many activities like trout fishing catching yabbies, bush walking and bike riding trails or just relax boating on our billabong.Address: Extracts Road, WilliamsPhone: (08) 9885 6063Fax: (08) 9885 6034Email: dwardadowns@bigpond.com

Springhills FarmA wide range of activities and country hospitality at its best.Address: RMB 625, Williams 6391Phone: 08 9885 7092Fax: 08 9885 7092Website: www.springhills.com.au

williamsEating Out

Plum Tree & Ivy CafeBrooking St, Williams A pretty and pleasant cafè with frenchprovincial charm and delightful gourmet food and coffee.Ph: 9885 1764Mon - Fri 8.30am - 3pmSat - 8.30am - 2pmSun - Closed

Rustik Rainbow Albany Highway, Williams A unique rustic cafè with a large selection of delicious, fun and hearty meals.Ph: 9885 1845Mon - Sat 9am - 4pm

Sun - Group bookings by appointment

Williams WoolshedAlbany Highway, Williams A large and exciting cafè serving Contemporary Australian cusine, pies and cakes baked on the premises.Ph: 9885 1200Mon-Fri - 8.00am- 4pm

Sat-Sun - 8.00am - 4pm

BP Roadhouse Albany Highway, Williams Fast, efficient and tasty traditional meals and burgers either on-the-go or in the comfortable restaurant.Ph: 9885 1135Mon - Fri - 5am -10pmSat - 6am - 9pmSun - 6am - 10pm

Caltex Roadhouse Albany Highway, Williams Excellent service and tasty food, plus a large selection of food if you are on-the-go.Ph: 9885 11047 days - 24 hours

Shell RoadhouseAlbany Highway, Williams A vendor for popular “Rosie’s Chicken”, the Shell has a great range of traditional foods in a comfortable restaurant by the river.Ph: 9885 1103Mon -Sat - 6am - 9pmSun - 7am - 9pm

Williams HotelAlbany Highway, Williams Good old fashioned “pub grub” in a setting filled with local history and charm.Ph: 9885 1016

7 days from 11am

Ye Olde Quindanning Inne Pinjarra-Williams Road, QuindanningWonderful atmophere and fantastic food in a picturesque historical hotel with rambling gardens. Home of live music.Ph: 9885 70537 days from 11.30am

Little Packages Catering Company Delicious, unique gourmet treats for special events.

Contact: Jen Cowcher - 9885 6014/0417 011 677

Williams District Club Brooking Street, Williams Community Club for Williams Residents has meals Friday/Saturday or by prior arrangement.Ph: 9885 1107

Important Events

January

Australia Day Breakfast - 8am in the park next to the Shire HallJoin the community in a BBQ breakfast. Presentations for Citizen of the Year and Community Group of the Year are also presented

February

23rd September - 29th March annually - RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD - permits to burn are required (dates are subject to change subject to seasonal conditions.

March

Williams Campdraft - held annually on the Labour Day long WeekendOne of the largest campdraft events in the state is held in Williams over 2 jam packed days.

April

Williams Gateway Expo – held on the second Saturday in April. Fun filled day for all the family – Williams Recreation ground – with a fireworks finale.Golf & Football Season starts.25th – Anzac Day Service – 8am at the Shire offices followed by a traditional morning tea.

May Hockey and Netball Seasons Start.

JuneJuly

August

September

Repertory Shows 23rd September – 29th March– RESTRICTED BURNING PERIOD permits to burn are required (dates are subject to change subject to seasonal conditions).

October Tennis, cricket, bowls seasons start.

November1st November – 14th February annually PROHIBITED BURNING PERIOD (dates are subject to change subject to seasonal conditions).

December

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williamsLibrary

Opening Times: Mon - Fri, 9am - 5pm Ph: (08) 9885 1378

The Library is a great place to visit for a wealth of information and entertainment. We have a great selection of books, videos, DVDs, CD ROMs, cassettes/CDs. What we don’t have we can get for you.

The Library has a selection of fiction and non-fiction; Books (including Large Print), Biographies, Videos / DVDs, Talking Books (cassettes and CDs), Electronic Resources.All items have a loan period of three (3) weeks.A maximum of 8 books and 3 videos per member is allowed.A magazine and paper-back book exchange is also available. We ask for items of suitable content, in good condition and magazines no more than 12 months old.

Don’t Have What You Want?

If we don’t have what you’re looking for we can order it for you. As part of the State Library network we have access to all of the available library resources in the State. This includes project material, music scores, foreign language material or the latest releases from your favorite author.

Who Can Borrow?

Any Williams resident is welcome to join the Library.Children under the age of 13 must have the signed permission of their parent / guardian before joining the Library. It is preferable that these children are accompanied by an adult when using the Library. Parents are responsible for any lost or damaged items borrowed by their children.

Libraries for Kids

The benefits of introducing books to children from a young age cannot be overstated. The library has plenty to offer young readers including Storytime sessions, holiday reading programs and more.

A Better Beginning for babies with books is a family literacy program aimed at encouraging parents to share books and stories with their babies and young children. The Library has books and information on how to share books with your child.

williamsCommunity Resource Centre

SERVICES AVAILABLE

Internet, Email & Computer use $6 per hourLaminating from credit card size through to posters 50c - $9 per metreBinding - thermal, strip & plastic comb $2 - $3 per copyBlack & white laser & inkjet printing - A4, A3 & large banners from 30c for B/W or $1 colourColour laser & inkjet printing - A4, A3 & large banners from 60cPhoto Kiosk (Kiosk use $3) 6 x 4 prints 25c Photocopies B/W (Credit Card to A3) A4 20c - A3 30c (discounts for bulk)Stubby Holders, Mugs etc (printed with your photos) from $12

Desktop Publishing Secretarial Services Computer tutorialsTAFE Courses Business Cards Badges & Magnets

Specialty papers Scanning CD Burner Medicare Booth Centrelink Access Video Conferencing

The Williams Community Resource Centre is your local hub for technology based services and information.

The staff at the Centre are trained to help Williams locals in the areas of business and technology while providing education and access to latest office equipment and software.

PO Box 2165 Brooking StWilliams WA 6391

Ph: 9885 1378Fax: 9885 1521

Email: williams@crc.net.auWeb:www.williams.crc.net.au

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