NAMED THE NATIONS TOP TREE CHANGE DESTINATION
FOR WESTERN AUSTRALIA
LISTED IN THE TOP 3 FOR AUSTRALIA
Population of the Harvey District
is 22,529. Harvey is 5,390.
The thriving town of Harvey, which is situated on the Harvey River,
enjoys a unique Italian heritage. This cosmopolitan influence has
resulted in a vibrant community with a relaxed and friendly
lifestyle. In 1829, Captain James Stirling (later to become the
first Governor of Western Australia) selected a quota of fertile
land and called it the Harvey River Settlement, later named Harvey.
Harvey is nestled on fertile, irrigated plains beneath the rolling
foothills of the Darling Range and is approximately 20 kilometres
from the coast.
Nearby natural features include tranquil jarrah
forest surrounding 3 picturesque dams, The Harvey Dam,
Logue Brook Dam and Stirling Dam. The Bibbulmum Track and the
evergreen pastures Harvey is famous for! Today the Harvey Shire is
an outstanding region. It possesses a wide diversity of industries,
many recognised worldwide. Harvey is also home to the biggest
living jarrah tree in the region.
We have some of the best beef production, citrus
growing, dairy farming and viticulture in Australia. Most
employment in the area is generated by agriculture, bauxite mining
(Alcoa), tourism and the industrial parkland, Kemerton, with its
production-based industries and timber milling in Yarloop now
compliment the shire. We invite you to explore Harvey and indulge
in some of the local produce, to delight all tastes!
We are just one and a half hours drive south
from Perth on the South Western Highway and serviced daily by the
Australind train from Perth to Bunbury. Explore our beautiful green
countryside of rich earth and pure water. A friendly welcome awaits
you!
HARVEY 'A BREATH OF FRESH
AIR' AND NATURE AT YOUR DOOR
STEP.
MAJOR INDUSTRIES OF THE HARVEY REGION
Alcoa World Alumina Australia- Alcoa employs
6,500 people in Australia. They also provide $4 million
in community sponsorship across Australia each year and are a
recognised world leader in environmental management. The
company produces 48% of Australia's total alumina production and
15% of world demand (7.8 million tonnes per year). They
also produce 30% of Australia's total
aluminium production (544,000 tonnes per year). Alcoa has
trained over 1100 West Australian trades people through it's
apprentice program. This represents a $200 million
investment in apprentice training for W.A. Since 1997, Alcoa
has trained over 110 local apprentices at Wagerup refinery and 20
at the Willowdale mine.
The Wagerup Alumina Refinery has been a part of the Western
Australian community since it began it's operations in 1984.
Today, the refinery has the capacity to produce 2.6 million tonnes
of alumina from bauxite mined at Willowdale. This ore is
transported by conveyor and refined to produce smelter grade
alumina which in turn is transported by rail to the port for export
to aluminium smelters around the world.
The Wagerup refinery is the most environmentally advanced
alumina refinery in the world, with the application of advanced
technology contributing to recent improvements in environmental
management. Already for every dollar earned by Alcoa, 80
cents stays in Australia, contributing around $1 billion each year
to W.A's economy. The Wagerup refinery spends more than $44
million in local communities each year. Wagerup is the future
for Alcoa's three-refinery system in Western Australia which is
among the most technologically advanced in the world, with annual
production of 7.8 million tonnes of alumina.
For further information: Telephone: (08) 9733 8768
Website: www.alcoa.com.au
Harvey Beef- Harvey
Beef is Western Australia's largest producer of high quality beef
for the local, national and international markets. Currently,
nearly 70% of Harvey Beef products are exported overseas to
about 30 countries, with major destinations including Japan, Korea,
Indonesia, Taiwan, the Middle East and the United States. The
factory is situated in the town of Harvey, Western Australia.
Harvey Beef employees about 600 people.
A large state-of-the-art processing
facility was built on a 190ha site and this was operated as a
family business until 2005. In early 2006, the production
facilites and Harvey Beef came under control of Harvey Industries
Group Pty Ltd which is owned by an international private equity
firm, Harmony Capital Management.
Harvey Beef has built a reputation
for providing quality products that consumers all over the world
love to eat!
For further information: Telephone:
(08) 9729 0000 Fax: (08) 9729 1810 Website: www.harveybeef.com.au
Harvey Fresh- Harvey
Fresh is situated in Harvey, Western Australia. They
are manufacturers of freshly squeezed fruit juices, dairy
products and wine. Items produced by the juice factory include
fresh juice, long life fruit juice, apple, pear and carrot juice
oncentrates. The dairy factory produces fresh milk, flavoured
milk, lactose free milk, high calcium milk, long life UHT
milk, skim milk, yoghurt and cheeses. The Winery, known as
Harvey River Bridge Estate Winery, produces premium wine from
grapes within the Geographe Region of Western Australia, which is a
cool climate area.
The company is a family owned
business which has been in Harvey for many
years.
For further information: Telephone:
(08) 9729 0600 Fax: (08) 9729 2298 Website: www.harveyfresh.com.au
Millenium Inorganic Chemicals/Cristal Global-
This company has two plants, situated in Australind and
Kemerton Industrial Park (both within the Harvey Region).
Locally, Millenium Inorganic Chemicals/Cristal Global employs about
400 people in a wide range of careers including process operators,
technicians, engineers, sales, finance, purchasing, human resources
and more. They also purchase more than $110 million
of goods and services annually.
They are the second largest producers of titanium dioxide in the
world. Titanium dioxide is a bright white pigment that is
used in the manufacturing of paints, rubber, plastics and
paper. It provides whiteness, brightness and opacity to these
products. It is also used in printing inks, paper, ceramics,
glass, leather, synthetic fibres and colours formulated for art
paints.
The Kemerton Plant produces titanium dioxide
through the chloride process, which uses chlorine to react with
titanium-bearing ores found in the south west of Western
Australia. The titanium base pigment from Kemerton is then
transported by truck as a water-based slurry to the Australind
finishing plant. Here, it is surface treated, dried and
milled to a uniform fine white powder. The finished product
is packaged in 25kg, 500kg and 1000kg packs and is distributed from
warehouse facilities. Most of the product is then shipped to
customers by rail or through the port at Fremantle.
For further information: Telephone: (08) 9780
8333 Websites: www.millenniumchem.com or www.cristalglobal.com
Simcoa Operations- Simcoa
Operations is a fully, integrated silicon smelting operation
located in the Kemerton Industrial Park, south west of Harvey,
Western Australia and is AUSTRALIA'S ONLY SILICON
PRODUCER. Simcoa's furnace operation was
commissioned in December 1989. The furnaces are still
the latest built silicion-making furnaces in the world and are
quite large by world standards.
In excess of 32 000 tonnes of high purity
silicon is capable of being produced each year in the Simcoa
furnaces, of which more than 90% is exported to Japan, United Arab
Emirates, USA and other countries, with the balance being sold to
primary aluminimum companies within Australia.
Silicon itself is used as an additive to molten
aluminimum to increase strength (alloy car wheels, alloy cylinder
heads and manifolds). It is also used as a raw material for
production of silicones (silicon rubber, sealants, greases and
oils), semi-conductor chips and optical fibre. They are also
used as refractory materials.
The Silicon by-products are also used
alot. The 'Silica fume' is used as a concrete additive
(majority of sales) where it is used as an additive to produce
high performance concrete (high strength, high durability and
shotcrete) and refractory products. 'Quartz' is
used in architectural feature concrete. 'Charcoal fines'
are used to make barbeque briquettes and 'silicon' dross is used as
a raw material for silico-manganese production.
For further information: Telephone: (08) 9780 6744 Fax:
(08) 9780 6746 Website: www.simcoa.com.au
Harvey Water- Harvey Water is a private
irrigators' cooperative (formerly known as South West Irrigation)
which delivers water to irrigators via a gravity pipe
and channel system which it operates, maintains and
improves. It is located about 100km south of Perth in Western
Australia.
The irrigation season runs from October to April. The
Harvey Water Irrigation Area is relatively unique among Australian
schemes because it is entirely gravity fed. This is possible
because the water is sourced from a large number of dams relative
to the area served, the land area served is narrow compared to it's
length and there are relatively steep grades across the
width. Due to the scheme not being able to supply all
properties at once, a daily allocation system is used to meet
individual farmers needs while maximising the efficiency of the
distribution system and minimising water wastage.
STATISTICS:
| Total Irrigation
Area |
112 000ha |
| Total Area of
Farms |
34 369ha |
| Total Irrigated
Area |
9800ha |
| Number of
Irrigators |
683 |
| Average Annual Sales
(1999-2009) |
69 360ML |
| Number of Staff
(FTE) |
26 |
| Lined Channels |
83km |
| Unlined Channels |
171km |
| Pipelines |
430km |
| Number of Supply
Points |
1536 |
| Total number of
Assets |
8020 |
For further information: Telephone: (08) 9729 0100 Fax:
(08) 9729 0111 Website: www.harveywater.com.au
HARVEY DISTRICT AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
|
Month
|
Minimum
Temperature
|
Maximum
Temperature
|
| January |
15.6 |
30.9 |
| February |
16.1 |
30.8 |
| March |
14.8 |
28.3 |
| April |
12.7 |
24.3 |
| May |
10.6 |
20.2 |
| June |
9.0 |
17.5 |
| July |
8.0 |
16.7 |
| August |
7.9 |
17.1 |
| September |
8.5 |
18.7 |
| October |
9.4 |
21.1 |
| November |
11.4 |
24.0 |
| December |
13.7 |
28.0 |
Things to See and Do
HARVEY "BIG ORANGE"
One of WA's large icons. The Big Orange
gets a fresh new look and re-opened on the 19th July
2008.
Harvey's landmark the 'Big Orange' has been
fully restored to its former glory and placed on a steel structure
17m high overlooking the orchards of Harvey Fresh on Third Street.
The steel structure has viewing deck which also features some
Harvey History. A staircase offers easy access into the Big Orange.
The Big Orange can be entered via the cellar door at the Harvey
River Bridge Estate winery. Gold coin donations given to enter the
orange will be given to Telethon. Harvey Fresh has been a long-time
and strong supporter of this worthy cause. The investment in the
landmark has been well over $250,000 and Harvey Fresh believes it
will add tourism value as a gateway to the South-West.
Back in the mid 1980's, a small tourist park was
built on the outskirts of Harvey and the Big Orange was perched on
the roof of the building next to the South West Highway.
Unfortunately the tourist park eventually closed down and the Big
Orange fell into disrepair.
In 2004, Harvey Fresh purchased the Big Orange
because the company believed - because of its poor condition - it
did not provide a good impression for visitors entering the
beautiful town of Harvey. The Big Orange was removed and under
police escort was transferred to the Harvey Fresh site along the
Harvey River.
Harvey Fresh is a truly 100 per cent WA
owned and operated business.
MOSAICS AND MURALS
MOSAICS: The Harvey Region has
a unique collection of mosaics designed and made by a local artist
Anthea Ward. You will find a trail of these large mosaics at the
entrances to Harvey, Binningup and Myalup.
Street benches and other mosaics can be seen at the Harvey
Visitor Centre, Australind Shopping Centre and Australind
Recreation Centre.
MURALS: The main street of
Harvey features 4 wall murals depicting the Harvey
District lifestyle. You will find these mosaics at the
entrances to Harvey, Binningup & Myalup. Street benches and
other mosaics can be seen at the Harvey Visitor Centre and the
Australind Shopping Centre. Completed in 2002 after 2 years.
The first panel depicts Harvey's early settlement and timber
industry featuring the cedar colours of greens, browns and yellows.
The second focuses on the dairy and beef industries, the third
features Harvey's citrus, water, irrigation, horticultural and
viticultural industry. Each panel is 6m long and 2m high and
painted in acrylic with some mosaic sections. While you are in the
main shopping area, there is a seat not far from the murals which
has also been painted by Anthea
BIG TREE
Harvey is home to 'THE BIG TREE'. This King
Jarrah Eucalyptus marginata is believed to be the biggest living
jarrah tree in the Harvey region. It is 36 metres high and 10
metres in girth at breast height and is 21 metres bole length
(height to first limb). Situated on Big Tree Road near
Straight Road and Treasure Bridge, Mornington-Harvey.
HARVEY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Harper Street, Harvey
Open Sundays 2pm – 4pm. Entry Fee $1 adults, 50c children.
A collection of fascinating memorabilia housed in the old Railway
Station opposite the Harvey Hotel.
HARVEY RIVER DIVERSION
Diversion built in the
early 1930s. Flooding took place every winter in the Harvey area
and to overcome this problem it was decided to dig a channel from
the Harvey River to Myalup. This work was labour-intensive and took
several years to complete. A park has been set up at the Baker
Street section of the Diversion, with picnic tables, wood BBQs and
a commemorative plaque to honour the men who dug the Diversion.
This Diversion is currently being enhanced.
APEX PARK
Popular children’s
playground featuring favourite play equipment with a
basketball ring and drinking fountain.
SNELLS PARK
Situated right in town,
this pretty park has a gazebo and lovely, well tended gardens. A
perfect spot for a picnic or to relax and watch the world go by.
Facilities include toilets and park benches.
WILDFLOWER PICNIC SITE
Turn into Honeymoon Road
(unsealed) 2km north of the Harvey Visitor Centre off the South
Western Highway. Travel for a further 2km to the secluded picnic
site with magnificent stands of grass trees/blackboys and rocky
outcrops. Wood BBQs and picnic tables available. Follow the WHITE
markers for a 1.4km bush walk and see some breath- taking views of
the Harvey Dam and pine plantation with sweeping views across the
coastal plain. In spring delight in the magnificent
wildflowers.
GIBBS POOL
Named after the pioneering
Gibbs family, this pretty pool served as the local swimming pool
prior to the construction of the Harvey Aquatic Centre.
STIRLING DAM (New
construction completed 12 February 2010)
Approximately 17kms east of Harvey. Turn onto
Weir Road from the South Western Highway (the last 7 kms of the
road is unsealed). Named after Governor Stirling, the dam is set in
natural bush land, perfect for getting back to nature! Construction
of the Dam started in the 1940s to supplement the Harvey Weir by
channeling water through a gravitational system. This is now sent
to the metro area. Dam capacity of 57,000 megalitres.
There are wood BBQs, picnic tables and a toilet.
At the south side of the Dam over the wall, a walk trail follows
the dam overflow course, approximately 500m circuit or 15 minutes.
Some roads are rough and require a 4WD vehicle. Maps available from
DEC or the Visitor Centre. Other features are abundant wildflowers
in August, September and October. No fires or camping
permitted.
Fishing and marroning are no longer permitted at
Stirling Dam and the Harvey River upstream of Stirling Dam. This is
in order to safeguard the quality of water being supplied to the
people of Harvey, Mandurah, Rockingham and Perth.
HARVEY DAM
The picturesque Harvey Dam is situated 3kms east
of Harvey, off Quindanning Road. The eight gigalitre Harvey
Weir was built in 1916 to supply irrigation and drinking water
for Harvey. Harvey Dam was expanded in 2002 to meet the irrigation
needs of the area and now has a capacity of 56.442 gigalitres with
a catchment area of 126 square kilometres at full supply level it
is 78 metres above sea level. The intake tower is 57 metres
high (21m above top water level. The access bridge is 66 metres
long and the spillway is 39 metres wide, 500 metres long. The dam
is capable of discharging 2100 cubic metres per second. (maximum)
During construction 132 blasts were carried out to excavate the
spillway with 650,000 cubic metres of rock quarried on site. The
maximum surface of the reservoir area is 553 hectares. The new
Harvey Dam became part of the $275 million Stirling - Harvey
Redevelopment Scheme. Admire the scenery from the 45 metre
Dam wall.
AMPHITHEATRE:
Enjoy the world class recreational facilities
including the Harvey Dam Amphitheatre suitable for major concerts
and events.
Book your event at the Harvey Visitor Centre Phone: 9729 1122.
info@harveytourism.com
Outstanding features include walkways, free electric BBQs,
playground facilities, gazebos, picnic tables and toilets.
HIRE FEES:
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FAMILY REUNIONS
WEDDING CEREMONIES & RECEPTIONS
WEDDING CEREMONIES (NO RECEPTION)
WEDDING PHOTOS
BUSINESS FUNCTION
PRIVATE COMMUNITY FUNCTION
USE OF BBQ FACILITIES
DESIGNATED PICNIC AREA
CUSHIONS (EACH)
ELECTRICITY
ALL APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO PAY A BOND
|
$115.50
$175.00
$58.00
NIL
$290.00
$115.00
NIL
$50.00
0.50c
$55.00
$550.00
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THE APPLICANT APPLYING FOR USE OF THE AMPHITHEATRE WILL BE REQUIRED
TO FILL OUT APPLICATION FORMS AVAILABLE FROM THE HARVEY VISITOR
CENTRE. BOND MUST BE PAID TO SECURE THE BOOKING DATE.
WATER ACTIVITIES: Canoes will be allowed but not power boats.
Marroning, freshwater fishing for trout and perch is permitted
only at the rear of the dam (in season with permit). Freshwater
fishing licenses are available from your local Post Office.
The season is closed between May 1 and August 21 each year.
LOGUE BROOK DAM
Logue Brook Dam Road off South West Highway,
5kms south of Yarloop set amidst the jarrah forest of the Darling
Range. With a water capacity of 24,500 megalitres, the pristine
water of Lake Brockman is popular with watersports enthusiasts and
nature lovers. Enjoy a swim, take out a canoe or go water-skiing.
Try your luck for marron or trout (In season and with permit).
Picnic sites are located in the jarrah forest surrounding the dam
and a scenic drive runs around the rim of the reservoir. Boats can
be launched on the southern shore. Walk a section of the Bibbulmum
Track, sign-posted as the Kangaroo Walk Trail circuit (yellow
markers), on the northern side of the dam.
This dam was closed for a short while on 1 May
2008 and was reopened on 1 December 2008.
Description:
SKIING AND SWIMMING:
A popular skiing/swimming
dam with crystal clear water for the family to enjoy. Water skiing
is to be carried out in an anti-clockwise direction and
is permitted between the hours of SUNRISE and SUNSET only.
Water skiing is prohibited within 60 metres of the foreshore except
within the designated water ski takeoff and landing areas. Taking
off or landing of skiers is prohibited except within the two
designated water ski takeoff areas. A maximum 5 knot speed
limit applies in all other areas as indicated on map. Click here to
view map of ski area. Personal Water Craft (PWC) is not
permitted in any water ski areas unless they are being used to tow
a skier.
Please note: Jet Ski's are not permitted on Lake Brockman/Logue
Brook Dam.
As of April 2008 - All skippers will require a Recreational
Skipper's Ticket to be in charge of a vessel with a motor of more
than 4.5 kilowatts (6hp). Don't forget the sun screen. Lake
Brockman Tourist park has refreshments and other treats for your
convenience. There is also a caravan park and holiday camp at the
dam if you wish you wish to stay for awhile.
CAMPING:
Bush camping available in
designated areas around the dam. Please ensure you dispose of
litter appropriately.
FISHING AND MARRONING:
Great fishing and
marroning (in season with licence - available from the Harvey Post
Office). This dam is frequently restocked with trout.
BIKE RIDING:
Get back to nature - Ride
a section of the Munda Biddi Trail. Enjoy the beauty of the jarrah
and marri forest. Listen to the cries of the red-tailed black
cockatoos.
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