Advisory Groups

The Shire of Harvey is committed to effective, two-way community engagement: we want to inform, consult, involve and collaborate with Shire of Harvey residents in decisions that affect them.

However, we recognise that Community Engagement is an ongoing journey.

The Advisory Group model was introduced in 2019 to bring together key stakeholders for advice on strategy, policy, services, facilities and projects, as representatives of the wider community.

In addition to the Community Meetings, there are a range of ways to continue to engage with the Shire. These include:

  •  Participate in ongoing community engagement initiatives. You can keep up to date with these at Have Your Say and by checking Our Website.
  • Attend Agenda Briefings and Ordinary Council Meetings
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Check out the 4 O'Clock Report in your local newspaper (Harvey Waroona Reporter and Bunbury Herald)
  • Listen to our weekly 96.5fm Harvey Community Radio updates
  • Follow us on social media 
  •  Report a hazard on our Report It page
  • Contact us using our Feedback Form. All contact via this form is lodged with the Shire, and an Officer will respond.

For more information on these channels, head to Shire of Harvey - Community and Media.

Access and Inclusion Advisory Group

Role of the Group

To advise the Shire of Harvey on the review and implementation of the Access and Inclusion Plan.

Objectives of the Group

  • To advise the Shire of Harvey on community engagement activities relating to access and inclusion.
  • To advise the Shire of Harvey about promoting and building accessible and inclusive communities.
  • To advise the Shire of Harvey regarding the development of accessible and inclusive services, buildings and facilities.

Meeting Minutes

Access and Inclusion Advisory Group Terms of Reference

Council Representatives

Deputy

Cr Tiny Holly

Mobile: 0422 272 727

Email: tiny.holly@harvey.wa.gov.au

Cr John Bromham

Mobile: 0488 123 747

Email: john.bromham@harvey.wa.gov.au

 

More information and contacts

Please contact the Community Development Team with any enquires.  

 

Cemetery Advisory Group

Role of the Group

The role of the group will be to advise the Shire on strategies and initiatives to support Cemeteries in the Shire in line with Cemetery Strategy

    Objectives of the Group

    To provide input and advice on the following:

    • Issues relating to the management of Shire Cemeteries
    • Future Planning / Development 
    • Protecting Heritage and related infrastructure 
    • General Cemetery related matters

    Meeting Minutes

    View current minutes.

    Please view the Cemetery Advisory Group Terms of Reference.

    Council Representatives

    Cr Alicia Hitchcock

    Mobile: 0488 035 269

    Email: alicia.hitchcock@harvey.wa.gov.au

    Cr Wendy Dickinson

    Mobile: 0428 564 490

    Email: wendy.dickinson@harvey.wa.gov.au

    More information and contacts

    For further information, please contact Rick Lotznicker, Director Infrastructure Services on 9729 0361 or email.

    Community Sail Training Trust Advisory Group

    Role of the Group

    To advise the Shire of Harvey on the implementation of the Community Sail Training Program.

    Objectives of the Group

    • Promote the Program to young people in the community.
    • Encourage young people to participate in the Program.
    • Encourage local service clubs and other appropriate organisations to sponsor the Program.
    • Review applications for participation and sponsorship from young people.
    • Recommend successful applicants.

    Meeting Minutes

    View current minutes.

    Community Sail Training Trust Advisory Group Terms of Reference

    Council Representatives

    Shire President Michelle Campbell 

    Mobile:  0419 796 046

    Email: michelle.campbell@harvey.wa.gov.au

    Deputy

    Cr Craig carbone

    Mobile: 0409 509 760
    Email: craig.carbone@harvey.wa.gov.au 

    More information and contacts

    Please contact the Community Development Team with any enquires.  

    Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre Advisory Group

    Role of the Group

    To advise the Shire of Harvey on strategic and policy matters regarding the Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre.

    Objectives of the Group

    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on policy matters and the strategic direction of the Centre.
    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on priorities for infrastructure improvements and major maintenance of the Centre.
    • Provide suggestions to the Shire of Harvey on the operations and maintenance of the Centre.

    Meeting Minutes

    View current minutes.

    Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre Advisory Group Terms of Reference

    More information and contacts

    Please contact Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre for any enquiries on 9729 3311. 

    Harvey Region Tourism Advisory Group

    Role of the Group

    Harvey Region Tourism Advisory Group (TAG) will strive to establish Tourism as a front of mind within the Shire of Harvey and the Harvey Region.

    Objectives of the Group

    • Act as the crucial connection between the Shire of Harvey and the community to maximise participation in Tourism and Destination Harvey Region business unit initiatives.
    • Advise the Shire of Harvey on strategies and policies relating to Tourism within the Harvey Region.
    • Assist the Shire of Harvey to engage the Tourism industry about priority projects, services and facilities.
    • Support and help drive the implementation and progress reviews of the Harvey Region Tourism Road Map 2031.
    • Assist the Shire of Harvey to identify opportunities for Tourism development in the Harvey Region.
    • Support lobbying and the attraction of Tourism and related industry investment to the Harvey Region.
    • Advise the Shire of Harvey about strategies and actions to promote and celebrate Tourism awareness.
    • Support the Shire of Harvey’s Destination Harvey Region business unit.
    • Terms of Reference of the group.

    Council Representatives

    Cr Wendy Dickinson

    Mobile: 0428 564 490

    Email: wendy.dickinson@harvey.wa.gov.au

    Cr Alicia Hitchcock

    Mobile: 0488 035 269

    Email: alicia.hitchcock@harvey.wa.gov.au

    More information and contacts

    For further information, please contact Destination Harvey Region via email. 

    Heritage Advisory Group

    Role of the Group

    To advise the Shire of Harvey on all strategic and policy matters relating to the heritage of the district.

    Objectives of the Group

    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on all strategic and policy matters relating to the heritage of the district.
    • To advise the Shire of Harvey about strategies and actions to promote and celebrate cultural heritage awareness.
    • To advise the Shire of Harvey about the annual review of the Shire’s Municipal Inventory (MI).
    • To identify places of cultural heritage significance that may be added to the MI.
    • To identify places on the MI for inclusion on the adopted Heritage List under Part 3 – Heritage Protection of Schedule 2 Deemed Provisions of District Planning Scheme No. 1.

    Heritage Advisory Group Terms of Reference. 

    Council Representatives

    Cr Alicia Hitchcock

    Mobile: 0418 959 595

    Email: alicia.hitchcock@harvey.wa.gov.au

    Cr Wendy Dickinson

    Mobile: 0428 564 490
    Email: wendy.dickinson@harvey.wa.gov.au

    Deputy

    Cr Karen McCarthy

    Mobile: 418 914 495

    Email: karen.mccarthy@harvey.wa.gov.au

     

    More information and contacts

    Please contact the Community Development Team with any enquires.  

    Sport and Recreation Advisory Group

    Role of the Group

    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on the provision of equitable, sustainable and fit for purpose sports and recreation facilities and services.
    • To advocate for Sport and Recreation in the community.

    Objectives of the Group

    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on the development of equitable policies to determine funding support for sporting and recreation groups.
    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on the development of equitable policies to determine the fees charged to sporting and recreation groups for the use of facilities.
    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on the development of equitable policies to encourage colocation of clubs, minimise the duplication of facilities and minimise the annual service costs of facilities.
    • To advise the Shire of Harvey on the reviews of sport and recreation services to ensure that they continue to provide value to the community.
    • To invite guests to the Advisory Group meetings as required.

    Meeting Minutes

    Sport and Recreation Advisory Group Minutes - 8 October 2025

    Sport and Recreation Advisory Group Unofficial Minutes - 23 July 2025

    Sport and Recreation Advisory Group Terms of Reference

    More information and contacts

    Please contact the Community Development Team with any enquires.  

    Advisory Groups Meeting Dates

    Advisory Groups meet on a semi-regular basis and are open to the public.

    For more information, please contact us.

    Advisory GroupsDate and TimeLocation
    Access and Inclusion Advisory Group

    18 February 2026 at 2pm

    20 May 2026 at 2pm

    19 August 2026 at 2pm

    18 November 2026 at 2pm

    Harvey Chambers Meeting Room, 102 Uduc Road, Harvey

    Blue Manna Room, 7 Mulgara Street, Australind

    Harvey Chambers Meeting Room, 102 Uduc Road, Harvey

    Blue Manna Room, 7 Mulgara Street, Australind

    Community Sail Training Trust Advisory GroupTBCTBC
    Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre Advisory GroupTBCThe Boundary, Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre
    Heritage Advisory GroupTBCTBC
    Cemetery Advisory GroupTBCTBC
    Sports and Recreation Advisory Group

    4 February 2026 at 6pm

    8 April 2026 at 6pm

    Sawyer Conference Room, Leschenault Leisure Centre

    The Boundary, Harvey Recreation and Cultural Centre

    Tourism Advisory Group TBCTBC