Wandi Progress Association committee 2023

Welcome to the WPA committee page, please take a look below to put a face to the name of our committee members! if you would like to read the latest minutes please click below.

Latest meeting minutes                                                           

2023 MINUTES

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current lease agreement City of Kwinana and Wpa

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For our 2012 - 2022 minutes click on the tab of the Committee page then the Past Committee Minutes tab.

the committee

PRESIDENT
​RODNEY COCKS

I’ve been a member of the WPA since the first meeting and a resident of Wandi for over 30 years I have seen many changes in the area. The Wandi boundary was moved many years ago taking in part of Mandogalup, then being developed into a ribbon of residential along the freeway. This area has bought with it hundreds of new Wandi residents with future facilities being shops and schools. Many of the larger Special Rural properties have been subdivided into 2 hectare lots but still the area has retained its special feel of the bush; we are fortunate to be able to live in such an environment close to amenities. The WPA has made many decisions on behalf of the community with the idea of retaining the Wandi lifestyle; they have done a great job over the years.

VICE PRESIDENT
LES WHIDDETT

Member since 1991
I have lived in the area for over 25 years, seeing many changes to our rural lifestyle. The coming of the freeway, the Mandurah line and now the encroachment of suburbia. We go on to face new challenges with the arrival of Honeywood.

I myself am actively involved in many of our local groups and clubs. Including that of the Wandi Landcare, Marquetry Club and the Wandi Wood Turners.

Les accepted Life Membership of the WPA in October 2018

TREASURER
MARK OKLE

We (My wife and I) moved here in 2015 after spending 10 years living overseas working. We needed a sea change and my wife found a great 5-acre block with a fantastic house here in Wandi. Apart from marrying my wife, one of the best moves of my life.
When I am not at work, I enjoy gardening, fishing, watching AFL and try to keep as fit as my body will allow. From time to time, I’ll also study…
I do this job for free!... and the love of giving back to a community as good as Wandi. The people we have met, have always been friendly and willing to go out of their way to help.
If you see me around, feel free to stop me and have a chat. The Wandi Progress Association is always looking to hear new ideas on how we can help and support the community!​

SECRETARY
MARK WELLS​

I along with my wife and three sons moved to Anketell in 2001.  For my wife it was a homecoming as she was raised in the district.  We joined the Wandi Progress Association soon after our arrival in Anketell. Until recently our involvement with the WPA has been limited to participation in Clean Up Australia days, Landcare plantings and social activities organised by the WPA due to other commitments.  From April 2018 I have been blessed with more spare time and have decided to join the WPA committee to provide input and assist with the management of facilities that benefit our corner of the City of Kwinana.

COMMITTEE MEMBER
CHRIS BARNES

I originally became involved in the area through Wandi Landcare; tree planting, bush care workshops and crazy as it sounds enjoyed times as a group participant removing pig face from the Wandi bush.
I was impressed by the facilities a group of volunteer committee members managed to achieve for the residents of Wandi so after a few years with Landcare I joined the committee.
I think helping out on the busy bee’s, Clean up Australia Days & Tree planting is an opportunity of free exercise for all, and every little bit helps.

COMMITTEE MEMBER
DEBBIE COCKS

Member since 1991
I have been on the WPA since 1991 being involved in the organization of the Wandi Fair for many years and in more recent times being the booking agent for the Wandi Community Hall, Clubrooms, Resource Centre, Tennis Courts, Woodworkers Shed and Grounds. I’ve seen the site develop from a sparse sandy area to one that services in excess of 15,000 people a year, all run by volunteers.   

COMMITTEE MEMBER
DEBBIE TENTORI

I have lived in Wandi since 2008 and joined the Wandi Progress Association in 2013.  I grew up living in the country and just love living in Wandi as I can have the best of both worlds, living in the bush and only having the city not far away.  Since joining the WPA I have been involved in things such as coordinating “Clean Up Australia”, planting trees and just recently helping to organise Neighbour Day.  I love the relaxing lifestyle and the community spirit that exists in Wandi.  It is always a pleasure to come home.

COMMITTEE MEMBER
WAYNE TENTORI

​We moved out to Wandi in 2008 to get away from suburban high density living. Best move we ever made. I am a real city-slicker, not used to a rural lifestyle, but I am learning all the time and enjoying it 100%. I have a keen interest in woodworking and have become a member of the local Triton club. I'm also a Volunteer FireFighter with the Mandogalup Bushfire Brigade. In the last two years I have seen a lot of bushland devestation from fires. However, as a Landcare member I've seen the beauty of the bushland and have had opportunities to attend events,plantings and workshops which helps me take care of some bushland and help with its rejuvenation. Oh, and I also work full time as a database administrator for the Education Department.

wandi progress association inc.  constitution

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wpa_certificte_of_incorporation.pdf
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Thanks to the time and energy volunteered by local residents over many years supporting the local community.
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