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The Westhampton Shire Council

The Westhampton Shire Council

 

Introduction

Established by European settlers in 1861 the Westhampton Shire is located on Western Australia's Southern coastline, 90km West from Perth. It is 61km from north to south and 62km from western to eastern boundary, comprising 2370 square km, of which 998 square km is state forest.

The Shire is blessed with an abundance of high quality arable land, dramatic coastal features and a scenic mountain range along it's northern border. Industry is predominantly high value agriculture, supporting a vibrant community. The Shire as a whole has significant attraction as a place of permanent residence and a recreational area with wide tourism appeal. more... (link)

The Shire Council is always interested in hearing from Town, Transport and Environmental Planners who are interested in working within our sustainable planning division.

- Where is that on a map of Australia? (link to basic map)
- and on a map of WA (link to map)
- Map of the Shire (link to map)

Living in the Shire (section headings)

Regional Overview (incl Main towns)

Climate
Westhampton Shire has a very pleasant climate with an average of 10 hours of sunshine a day and only 50 wet days per year. Summer is quite warm, with daily average minimum temperatures of 18-20 degrees (Celsius) and maximums in the high 30s. In winter average daytime temperatures in the mid-20s and nights averaging around 12 degrees.

Environment 
The Shire is characterized by scenic landscapes, varying from rugged cliffs and capes inhabited by richly diverse native fauna and flora to a range of agricultural and recreational land uses. 

Attractions   (insert link to photo gallery)
The Shire boasts many attractions for residents and visitors alike, such as surfing, fishing, golf, bushwalking, mountain climbing, grape grazing etc etc

Economy  / Industry
The mainstay of the Shire's industry is agriculture, such as .........which is increasingly supplemented by a growing tourism industry.

Cost of Living  (incl Housing)
Access 
Health Services  
Education 
Shopping 
Financial Services  
Government Services 
Media 
Entertainment 
Cultural Activities  
Sports & Recreation 
Service/Social Clubs 
Religion 
Day Care    
Support Services 
Professional service
Other information

Employment with the Shire Council

1. Environment
2. Culture/Values
3. Objectives
4. Relocation/Sponsorship

Link to specific jobs on with the Shire Council on the Jobs In Planning web site.