Published on Wednesday, 9 July 2025 at 8:53:29 AM
The Shire of Wongan-Ballidu has received a request to name the laneway behind the main row of shops (from the old Westpac building to the old Newsagency) in Wongan Hills. In line with our road naming policy, we’re now inviting any additional naming suggestions before a final decision is made. This process ensures we honour local history and recognise the contributions of community members, while giving everyone a fair chance to put forward a name.
When considering names, our policy gives priority to:
✅ Avoiding duplication within the Shire
✅ Honouring Freemen of the Shire, past Shire Presidents, Chairmen of the Road Board, and Elected Members, especially those with long service
✅ Using the surnames of deceased community members
✅ Recognising former pioneers whose properties were predominantly served by nearby historic roads
If these aren’t applicable, other suitable names that reflect the history and meet the guidelines.
📩 Have a suggestion?
We’d love to hear it! Please submit your proposed names and some background/history of why the name is relevant to the laneway by emailing shire@wongan.wa.gov.au
Please submit your proposals by 4pm on Friday, 18th July.
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