Shire of Quairading

Supporting Partner Valenti Lawyer s valentilawyers.com.au facilities. Fardon explains: “We ac- cepted the submission and got with the concept. We were able to receive funding from LotteryWest, and buy tens of thousands worth of gym and security equipment.” For the Shire’s tomorrow As Fardon and his colleagues contin- ue in steering the Shire towards con- tinued prosperity, he talks to us about some of the needs and plans standing at the helm of the Shire’s future: “We would love better communica- tions and many residents and exter- nal businesses remain frustrated with the number of telephone blackspots they encounter, and the slow internet speeds. We’re looking for grants to strengthen this, but I know there’s a bit of competition.” Deviating from this, Fardon sensibly explains the council’s strong, robust strategic planning process which rec- ognises both the local and regional in- terests and promotes the sustainable growth of the community and the re- gion. Amidst meeting the community’s expectations and making the most of its own current assets, Quairading’s council seems to be able to walk suc- cessfully, the fine line of infrastructure investment. ject, and managed to at- tract a further $800,000, culminating in vibrant new main pool, with a fun, beach-entry for toddlers and kids, and an aged friendly learn-to-swim pool. Aqua-aerobics groups are already scheduled to make regular use of the facilities, with likely many more visitors to follow. “This will have a big positive impact, and we have actually provided facilities that are much more user-friendly and in greater demand,” Fardon states.