03/09/2026
Passion Sheet - 3rd September 2026
COMMUNITY👭
QUAIRADING P&C RAFFLE - WIN A BRAND NEW THERMOMIX TM7!
We are raising funds to support our school and, most importantly, help send our Year 5/6 students to camp in 2027! Tickets are just $50 each and with only 120 available, get in quick before they sell out!
Buy your tickets here: https://www.raffletix.com.au/QDHS2026
2026 QUAIRADING PHONEBOOK
The 2026 Quairading Phonebook is now available to buy for $7 each at the Quairading CRC!
LOST MOBILE PHONE
Lost mobile phone, dropped on either Toapin Road or Dorakin Road on Tuesday the 18th August. If found, please call 0417 183 719.
PIANO LESSONS
Piano lessons are available with Ryder Brady for students of all ages and grade levels. Lessons are available from the beginning of Term 4. Lessons are ideal for those wanting to work towards AMEB (Australian Music Examination Board) exams, learn piano for personal enjoyment, or build their understanding of music theory. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to further develop your skills, lessons are tailored to suit your goals. To enquire or secure a place for Term 4, contact Ryder at [email protected] or 0484 314 197.
HELP SHAPE QUAIRADING’S HOUSING FUTURE
Housing availability is a key issue for regional communities, including the Shire of Quairading. The Shire is seeking community input through three short surveys:
Workforce Accommodation: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DMJBCZZ
Aged Independent Living: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DMTYMCZ
Residential Land Development: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TCH5W9L
Your feedback will help shape future housing concepts and strengthen the Shire’s case for State and Federal funding.
EVENTS🎫
QUAIRADING RAM SALE
Thursday 10th September 2026. Selling Shed, Greater Sports Ground, Quairading. 67 Poll Merinos, 90 Poll Dorset, White Suffolk, South Suffolk & Hampshire Downs. Participating Studs: Merna, Argyle Park, Pettison Park, Barby Downs, The Valley. All Studs Brucellosis Accredited. Sale starts at 1pm. Rams penned before 10am on the day of the sale. Conducting Agents: Nutrien Ag Solutions.
GARDEN LOVERS BUS TRIP
The Garden Lovers of Quairading are having a bus trip to Araluen for tulip time, on Friday 11th September leaving the Shire Carpark @ 8:30am. Senior cost to Araluen is $20, others $35. Bus cost is $15 a head. (Seniors $35 total) We would love to fill the bus. Anyone wishing to join us are most welcome. Contact Lyn 0447 450 170 or Carmela 0403 153 661.
GARAGE SALE
Saturday 12th September,
726 Dangin - Mears Road, Dangin.
Phone 0487 206 617
INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF THE WOMAN FARMER
The Quairading Branch of Country Women’s Association will be holding an event on the 17th September at the CRC to honour the International Year of the Woman in Farming. Mrs Shirley Stacey and Ms. Tarnya Fraser have been invited to talk about their experiences on the land and the changes that they both have lived through. Starting at 11am - 1:30pm with a light lunch provided.
RSVP: Elaine 0448 475 597 or Heather 0449 569 285
P.S. We would like to put on a display of old household & farming equipment (as long as it’s not too large) so if anyone has something old and would like to lend it to the CWA for the day please contact Elaine or Heather. Please bear in mind that your name and phone number must be attached to the item.
QFNC WIND UP DINNER
Friday 18th September, 6:30pm at the Quairading Town Hall. $60 per person includes three course dinner by Flavour Town Catering and all formalities, festivities and special events of the evening. RSVP by making payment via bank transfer or cash to Jill. All supporters very welcome to come along!
CAR RALLY
Sunday 20th September 2026, 1pm - 5pm. Spend the arvo driving around visiting local hotspots, cracking cryptic clues and competing in challenges! $40 per vehicle. Places limited. Register your car and team name with the Quairading CRC by Friday 11th September: call 9645 0096 or email
[email protected]
QUAIRADING HOSPITAL AUXILIARY AGM
The AGM will be held at the Hospital on Monday 21st of September at 2pm. Please text any apologies to Gwen 0491701124. Thank you.
TIDY TOWN MEETING
Monday 21st September at the museum. Everyone is welcome.
STORY TIME
Monday 21st September,10am at the CRC. An hour of rhymes, songs, stories and craft for young children and their parents / caregivers—followed by Toy Library Play & Swap.
CARDS ARVO WITH TRACEY
Thursday 24th September 2026, 2pm - 4pm at the Quairading CRC. Last month we had a fun afternoon at the CRC singing to our hearts content. We started with singing Dolly Parton (RIP Dolly) which was an appropriate start to the day, thank you Denise. We sang from Dean Martin to Johnny Farnham, ABBA and the King himself Elvis Presley. I'm sure it's safe to say we all had a bit of fun. Our next afternoon will be an afternoon of putting our hands to a game of cards. So come along on Thursday 24th September and test your skills at Rummikub (quite popular last time), Phase 10 and Yatzee! Cuppa and bickies provided.
QARRAS
We hereby give notice that we will have a “special general meeting” for QARRAS (Quairading Aged Retired Residents and Seniors) members at 2pm on Monday 12th October (before Terryle’s Thermomix demonstration), to consider the proposed changes to the Constitution. At this meeting a special resolution to change the rules will be put forward.
QUAIRADING ARTS SHOWCASE
16th – 18th October 2026 at the Quairading CRC. Explore a collection of works from our local Photo Club, Hot Stitches Sewing Group and the Weekly Art Group. Official Opening Morning Tea, Friday 16th at 10:30am. After Hours Wine & Cheese Viewing, Friday 16th from 5pm – 6:30pm. Showcase open Friday 16th: 9am - 6:30pm, Saturday 17th: 9am - 2pm and Sunday 18th: 9am - 12pm.
VINTAGE CLUB OPEN DAY
Saturday 17th October 2026. Come and check out our collection of vintage tractors, cars, engines, machinery and memorabilia. Sausage sizzle, tea & coffee available from 8:30am - 12pm.
OPENING CEREMONY
The people of Quairading are invited to the opening ceremony of the Peter Murphy Memorial Shed. To be held at the Quairading Vintage Club (entry from Parker Street). Saturday 17th October at 10:30am. To be held in conjunction with the Vintage Club’s Open Day where a sausage sizzle will be available from 8:30am onwards.
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFO SESSION
Wednesday 28th October. Two sessions: 10am – 11am and 1pm – 2pm. At the Quairading CRC, facilitated by Graeme Ellis. Come along to brush up on your customer service skills! Contact the Quairading CRC to book your spot! 9645 0096 or [email protected]
GARAGE SALE TRAIL
The national Garage Sale Trail is back on the 7 & 8th and 14 & 15th November. Follow this link to enter your property or give the CRC a call on 9645 0096 for help.
www.garagesaletrail.com.au
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT
Save the date! Friday 4th December from 7pm on the lawn area between the pub and Soluna/Co-op. Live performances and plenty of singing along! For more info or to get involved contact Lyn Whyte 0447 450 170.
STAY ON YOUR FEET
Exercise for seniors (mixed) held every Thursday morning 9:30am – 10:30am in the Town Hall. Wear safe footwear and casual clothes. Just join in at your own pace. No cost. Everyone welcome. Then join us for coffee afterwards.
BUSINESS🏪
WINDSCREEN REPLACEMENTS IN QUAIRADING
Need a chip repaired or your windscreen replaced? Avon Valley Windscreens will be at Garretts Garage on Wednesday 16th September. To book your vehicle in, please contact Garretts Garage on 0428 398 549. Bookings are essential.
JAYELLE HAIR DESIGNS
Visiting Quairading every second Sunday! Operating from 19 Heal Street (the old hair salon). Call us on 9641 2345 or 0439 293 069 to book your appointment. We will take walk-ins where possible! Upcoming dates: 6th & 20th September.
PINK LAKES ON AIRBNB
Sleeps 6. $150 per night.
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REDGUM COTTAGE ON AIRBNB
Sleeps 6. $120 per night.
NUYTSIA ON AIRBNB
Sleeps 4-6. $150 per night.
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REGIONAL PROPERTY MANAGER
June Tilley—Getz Stuff Done
0419 764 454
SPORTS🏀
NETBALL PRELIMINARY FINAL
Old Timers! Well, wasn’t last weekend just a heart-stopper! Our magnificent Belles headed into Beverley fighting for a one-way ticket straight into the Grand Final against York’s Joeys, having gone through the entire home-and-away season undefeated and looking every bit the goods. The loyal red and white were out in full force, joined by a questionably hot and sunny day that clearly hadn’t checked the calendar and realised winter was still technically in charge! Unfortunately, it wasn’t the result we wanted. But gee, didn't the girls learn a lot. It was hot, physical and tough from the opening whistle, and the Belles were made to work for absolutely everything. York came ready to play, but our girls dug DEEP, fought right until the end and walked away with plenty of positives, a few lessons tucked firmly under their arms, and a very clear idea of what they’ll bring if the two sides meet again. York might have got us this time... but the girls have taken notes. The Belles Ferrari may have hit its first proper speed bump of the season, but there’s no need to call roadside assistance just yet. The engine is still very much running, there’s plenty left in the tank, and we suspect Coach Kelsie will be spending the week making a few minor adjustments before putting the foot straight back down. And if we do get another crack at York, expect the Belles to come flying out of the gates a whole lot harder, Belles style. A huge shout-out must also go to our unreal crowd, who lined the court and made enough noise to ensure the girls knew the entire red and white army was right there with them. You lifted them all game, and we’ll need every single decibel again this weekend! Because we are not done yet. Not even close. This weekend we head back to Northam to take on the Beverley girls in a fight for the last remaining spot in the 2026 Grand Final. No second chances. No “we’ll get them next week”. Just four quarters of netball standing between our Belles and another crack at the big dance. And while this Budget Notes crystal ball has an extremely poor record of predicting scorelines, it can confidently predict that our Belles will arrive with every ounce of the guts, grit and finesse that carried them through an undefeated home-and-away season. They’ve been knocked down once. Now we get to see just how hard they bounce. So grab your family, your mates, your neighbours and anyone else within arm’s reach, point your car bonnet west and roll into Northam wearing as much red and white as socially acceptable. We need another bumper crowd courtside, loud from the first whistle until the last, ready to help get our girls across the line!
QUAIRADING BOWLING CLUB
The Quairading Bowling Club invites you to the Gary Haythornthwaite Memorial Open Men’s 3s on Friday, 11th September 2026. Registrations begin at 9.15am, followed by roll-up At 9.45am and a 10am start. There is $1000 in prize money, with entry costing $105 per team, and morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will all be provided. Casual dress is welcome, and new and novice bowlers are encouraged to come along and enjoy a great day out. Nominations close Wednesday, 9 September at 1pm. To nominate, contact Captain Vincent Hadlow on 0407 866 960.
CHURCH⛪
ST FAITH’S ANGLICAN
Sunday, 6th September, 9.00 a.m. Baptisms and First Communions – Eucharist.
UNITING CHURCH
Sunday 6th September 10:30 am Communion led by Mark Beadle
CATHOLIC CHURCH
Saturday 5th September, 6pm, volunteer.
JOBS💼
QDHS
positions vacant - please go to search.jobs.wa.gov.au and search for 'Quairading' to view the vacancies for Education Assistant - Special Needs and Education Assistant - Lead.
Closing 10th September, any
enquiries to Pam Canova.
CLEANERS AND GARDENERS WANTED
Do you want to help local older people by providing fortnightly cleaning or gardening services? We’d love to grow our pool of local people available on Mable to help our “Support at Home” clients. Set your own prices. Plan your own hours. Select your clients. Submit your support notes and Mable takes care of all the invoicing and insurance. If you’d like to know more contact Jenna Cowcill, Staying in Place Coordinator (0499 650 053 / [email protected]) or Tracey Ellis, Seniors Engagement Coordinator (0438 857 147) or Jill Hayes Quairading CRC Coordinator (9645 006).
BUY AND SELL🛍
FOR SALE
2003 Ford Fairlane 5.4 Litre V8
White Sedan
Fair Condition - $4,000
Phone John Martin 0474 933 577
JOKE OF
THE WEEK🃏
What concert costs 45 cents to go to? 50 cent featuring Nickelback.
