Australian Wool Innovation (AWI) and WA Shearing Industry Association (WASIA) have launched the newly developed SafeSheds, The Shearing Shed Safety Program. The Program is a new best practice guide and assessment resource which has been developed with input from right across the industry. Stephen Feighan General Manager, Woolgrower Services sees the importance of this programRead more
We have been monitoring the rapidly-evolving COVID-19 situation closely and as always, our priority is the health of our members, their staff and clients, the shearing industry in WA and on maintaining continuity of business for agriculture. As pressure on Australia’s health system increases, and social distancing is recommended by the World Health Organization andRead more
Come and meet with WASIA to discuss important matters for our shearing industry in WA. This get together also includes a Heiniger Technical Session from 4pm-6pm on the verandah at the Leisure Centre. The Association wants to hear from local contractors about issues you are facing, what’s important to you and how the Association canRead more
WASIA is delighted to announce that on August 22 at the AWIS Wool Industry Dinner in Melbourne, Mr David Michell, FAWO Chairman awarded WASIA President Mr Darren Spencer a 2019 Australian Wool Industry Medal for Shearing and Industry Services. The Australian Wool Industry Medal seeks to recognize men and women who have made an exceptionalRead more
Come and meet with WASIA to discuss important matters for our shearing industry in WA. The Association wants to hear from local contractors about issues you are facing, what’s important to you and how the Association can assist. We will have experts in the industry, law (Bailiwick Legal), worker’s compensation & insurance (PSC McKenna Hampton)Read more
The Australian wool industry is campaigning to address an issue that impacts its efficiency and cost effectiveness well beyond the farm gate – Over/Underweight bales. “This is an issue that can be addressed on farm, quickly.” said Mark Grave, AWEX, CEO. “The bale weight minimum and maximum standards have been set by industry to achieveRead more