It’s April already and for this month we congratulate Whyalla Accounting. Now here’s the thing, WB&T are all about promoting business and tourism but how do we glam up a story about an accounting business?

Well, insert that the business is owned by Danny Lynch! A born and bred Whyalla resident that has been an accountant since 2009 before venturing into his own business by 2011. Previous to this he worked as a financial advisor so his many years of experience in the industry has made the team very successful. With Danny you get more than just local knowledge and advice but also an engaging personality that will provide the support any person or businesses need require.

Whyalla Accounting provides services such as Personal and Business Tax Returns, Tax Advice and Planning, Bookkeeping Services, GST and PAYG strategies. Keeping it all in place is Heidi who has been with the business for approximately eleven years who Danny describes as an essential part of his ‘Jack of all Trades’ and ‘Front of House’ which makes it all fluidly operational.

As a keen football follower Danny and Whyalla Accounting are proud sponsors and members of the North Whyalla Football Club which is another way of providing that localised support.

Congratulations again to Danny, Heidi, and Team Whyalla Accounting for being a proud and local business, well done…

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

Whyalla Accounting

Cnr Farrell Street and Donaldson Tce, Whyalla SA 5600

Ph # 8645 8722

Email danny@whyallaaccounting.com.au

Email whyallaaccounting.com.au

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It all started when John and Fiona O’Halloran acquired the business in 2008 and added their own vision to grow a one stop shop for all your cleaning needs. For many local businesses and residents, having access to reliable industrial and commercial cleaning supplies is essential. And WestCoast Supplies does just that, they cater to many industries including Food & Hospitality, Transport & Motor Vehicle, and even the Renewable Energy sector.

Located in an easily accessible location on Norrie Avenue, the shopfront is just the start of what you’ll be amazed by and how many different items are available. WestCoast Supplies carry all leading and proven brands of cleaners such as Sabco, Dominant, Tork, and RapidClean. But not to be forgotten is that cleaning supplies isn’t just about chemicals but also the tools that go with it, brooms, mops, buckets, signage, floor mats and many other items. But here is the thing that I didn’t know, they are also stockists and suppliers of vehicle paints and all the materials you’ll need for a restoration.

In keeping with the country theme when you visit John and the team, you’ll realise that there’s no need to be exploring options from the city. WestCoast Supplies deliver to all places in the Iron Triangle, the Mid and Far North, Roxby Downs, the EP and if its not in stock there’s overnight deliveries available. Just another point of providing personalised and courteous customer service.

Thank you, John and Fiona, for also investing in local sponsorships of sporting clubs and various other community activities. Congratulations for being February business of the month, your hard work and commitment to everything you provide is very worthy.

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

WestCoast Supplies

127 Norrie Avenue, Whyalla SA 5608

Email: westcoastcs@internode.on.net

Phone: 0427 867 266

https://www.facebook.com/WestcoastSuppliesRapidclean

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What began as a passion for skin and wellbeing has evolved into a trusted space where clients feel genuinely cared for, supported, and confident in the treatments they receive. Aleesha offers a range of results-driven and nurturing treatments including facials, massage, skin needling, and chemical peels. Through continued education and investment in her craft, Aleesha has ensured her services remain current, high-quality, and tailored to each individual.

Beyond the treatments there is also a range of Ultraceuticals and other facial and body creams and lotions on offer.

Giving back to the community has always been at the heart of Aleesha’s work. Over the years she has consistently donated vouchers and products to local fundraisers, events, and individuals in need. She also offers complimentary treatments to those undergoing cancer treatment, being a deeply personal commitment shaped by loss within her own family. For Aleesha, this is about compassion and care, not handouts and about supporting people during some of their most challenging moments.

Her ability to combine professionalism with genuine warmth has made her business a valued part of the Whyalla community. Being recognised as Business of the Month is a reflection of Aleesha’s dedication, resilience, and the lasting relationships she has built over the years and of the community that continues to support her.

Congratulations Aleesha, your commitment to Whyalla and community is resounding and valued. Thankyou…

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

Beauty by Aleesha

68-70 Essington Lewis Avenue, Whyalla SA 5600

Email: hello@beautybyaleesha.com

Phone: 0424 032 372

https://www.facebook.com/Beautybyaleesha1

https://www.instagram.com/beautybyaleesha_

https://www.fresha.com/…/beauty-by-aleesha…/booking…

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Closing off the year 2025 we congratulate Sarah Hanley from The Oasis. Sarah has been involved in business for many years, but it’s The Oasis that has fulfilled her dream of creating a wellness centre that caters for her large clientele base. And as soon as you enter through the large sliding door, you’ll feel the calm ambience that the business focuses on.

The Oasis provides services such as Reformer Pilates, a Spin Studio, Compression Boot Therapy, and an Infrared Sauna that can be used by yourself or with a friend. This is all offered with a team of dedicated specialists in their own areas that can assist you to reach your goal in health, rehabilitation, and overall physical/mental happiness.

Notwithstanding the excellent services, The Oasis also has a variety of products that can be purchased such as Archies footwear, Juice and Co juices, One fit health drinks, Nawaehi body tools and Eco by Sonya skin products.

And as a happy Oasis customer you can even purchase some of their personalised apparel to celebrate your goals and milestones.

In keeping with modern day methods Sarah has applied a booking and purchasing method through an app (The Oasis) to make appointments or walk ins are available every Thursday between 9am and 6pm.

Sarah donates regularly to local communities such as netball, football, basketball, school and cancer fundraisers. She describes that at the centre of The Oasis, their ethos is to provide an elevated safe place a person feels welcome no matter their age, size, gender, race to exercise or heal.

Coming to The Oasis isn’t necessarily about yourself though, it’s about opening the opportunities of friendships and being part of a welcoming family of other people with similar things in common. Congratulations Sarah and Team Oasis; your what country people and living is all about…

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

The Oasis

18 Patterson St, Whyalla SA 5600

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568207003040

https://www.instagram.com/the.oasis.ep

https://apps.apple.com/au/app/the-oasis/id1455170074

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Exclusive Bridal Hire entered the business world over fifteen years ago having noticed the market shortfall of quality hire products to the hospitality industry. Wind the clock forward and what David and Trudy James have developed is an exquisite creation of everything you’ll ever need for your wedding or special event. The business is notably the best you’ll find for these services on the Eyre Peninsula and proudly right here in Whyalla.

Entering their shop on Jenkins Avenue you’ll realise that not only are you going to find what you need but also enter for an experience. The quality of their products are designed to impress and to leave the customer knowing that you don’t have to shop the big cities for exceptional service. The shop caters for gifts, wrapping, backdrops, decorations, and now that we’re getting closer to December there is everything about Christmas on offer. And as David quotes, ‘they love a challenge’; so, if there is something you require that’s particular to you then just let them know.

They have an extensive website backed up by social pages where you can peruse the photos of their products and an extension to their cake supply business to add to the customer one stop availability.

In keeping with a seemingly Whyalla ethos, team Exclusive Bridal Hire are a family group who are dedicated to the community whilst providing products and event planning services with a warm country feel.

Congratulations EBH, a very deserving Whyalla business…

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

Exclusive Bridal Hire

171 Jenkins Avenue, Whyalla

Ph # 0409 678 269

Email david@exclusivebridalhire.com

https://www.facebook.com/davidandtrudy

https://www.instagram.com/exclusivebridalhire

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Northern Agencies first opened its doors in 1962 as a distributor for consumables and paper‐products in Whyalla. Founded by two local men, over the years the business has grown, evolved, and stayed true to its roots — employing Whyalla residents, expanding service lines, and always positioning itself as a dependable partner to local businesses and industries. Moving to the future and approximately two years ago, partners Jason Wells and Di Jenkins decided that it was now their opportunity to purchase the business. Whilst retaining respect for the company and its previous owners, they’ve kept up the mantra but also reimagined and expanded on modernising the dealership to suit their customers demands.

Northern Agencies is more than just a supplier. They’re a full‐service procurement solutions company that serves a broad range of sectors including Industrial, Mining, and Construction; Hospitality, Restaurants, and Café’, and as well as many other venues, clubs, businesses that require reliable cleaning products.

They’re brand stockists of Kimberly Clark, Northland Packaging, Milestone Chemicals, Agar Chemicals, Oates, Bunzl and many others that will provide you with a one stop shop for everything you need. They also provide Origin Energy bottled gas, and most recently have expanded their frozen goods range to include Yiros, Chips, Chicken Nuggets, as well as different sauces, gravies, and salad dressings.

The team at Northern Agencies epitomise the family feel which is felt as soon as you enter the door. You will be greeted with smiling faces, happy people and honest discussions about how they can meet your every needs. Congratulations to Jason, Di, and Team Northern Agencies for keeping a Whyalla essential service available and improving on a true local story.

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

Northern Agencies

9-11 Ayliffe Street, Whyalla Playford

Ph # (08) 8645 8099

Email admin@northernagencies.com.au

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550027772104

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The store offers a comprehensive range of trusted sporting brands including Nike, Adidas, Asics, Puma, New Balance, and many more affordable brands. Garry’s team of ten employees are knowledgeable and pride themselves on providing expert advice and tailored solutions to ensure customers find the right products for their sporting and lifestyle needs. The store is open 7 days a week and has a selection of just about everything related to sport.

Beyond retail, Intersport Whyalla demonstrates a strong commitment to the community. The business actively supports local sporting clubs, schools, and community events through vouchers and sponsorships. This ongoing involvement has contributed significantly to the development of grassroots sport in the region, reinforcing the store’s role as a partner in Whyalla’s growth and wellbeing.

Intersport has some different mantras to the business but I like the one, “The Heart of Sport”, which is evident in both its operations and community engagement. By combining quality with local service, Garry and Intersport Whyalla continue to provide value not only to its customers but to the wider Whyalla and Eyre Peninsula community.

We congratulate Team Intersport Whyalla on being recognised as our Business of the Month and thank them for their ongoing contribution to the region.

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

Shop 13 Westlands Shopping Centre

McDouall Stuart Avenue, Whyalla Norrie

Ph # (08) 8645 9777

Email whyalla@intersport.com.au

https://intersport.com.au

https://www.facebook.com/whyallaintersport

https://www.instagram.com/whyallaintersport

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Another month and yet another business ingrained in Whyalla history. U-Pedal Cycles have been established and providing cycles for approximately 40 years in Whyalla and are the largest cycling provider from Whyalla to West Australia. With Jenny Odgers at the mantle for most of this time it has certainly proven to be a renown shop full of everything cycles. Along this incredible journey it has even had proud pleasure in suppling items to World Champions and Olympic Athletes.

Now that Wes Fisher has taken over the reins, he has instilled his own touches to make it more aligned to his vision. The shop provides all makes of cycles, ranging from road, casual, commuter, e-bikes, and not to forget the young people just starting out. But as Wes suggests, the current market is more heavily involved with fat tyre off road cycles which are becoming very popular.

They are suppliers of spare parts, apparel, helmets, custom items, and if there is something of particular interest not in the shop, just ask Wes and I’m sure he’ll help out. Backing up on new sales Wes also provides a very competent workshop for repairs and tuning.

In keeping with local demand and being a person to diversify, Wes now houses helmets and consumables for powered motorcycles to keep in with his customers needs.

There is a point to be had when dealing with a local in your own home town; and that is you have a shop to go to, a face to discuss reputable, qualified, and confident decisions in making your choice. And if there is any question of a warranty claim you can refer directly to a person which is the more difficult in the online world.

U-Pedal Cycles is your go to for cycling, and Wes Fisher is a committed racing and winning cyclist himself, so you’ll know you’re in the right hands.

I am very confidant that there will be more to come from team U-Pedal Cycles so watch this space… Congratulations Wes Fisher and Lydia, well done.

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

18 Patterson St, Whyalla City Plaza, Whyalla SA 5600

Ph # (08) 7648 4815

Email upedalcycles@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063608678694

https://www.instagram.com/upedalcycles

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Well folks, this is a tough one. Just how to sum up a short story about a business and local family that are synonymous to Whyalla. It all started in the 1940’ when Great Grandfather Salvadore Azzopardi migrated from Malta. Whilst he was already a qualified butcher, he saw the opportunity to use his skills and cater for the employees at the shipyards which had a tent city full of hungry workers. To make things easier amid the times there was also an abattoir located within the shipyards property which gave the Azzorpardi’ the advantage of dressing their own products.

Moving through the years the business once grew to four different locations but with Woolworths arriving in the 1960’ the company settled in the one shop on Essington Lewis Avenue where they are still located. Not to be persuaded by the competition at the time they created a strong relationship with Whyalla Hospital supplying wholesale for over 40 years.

In 1986 the late Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh visited Whyalla as a part of their Australian tour. As being known for their quality of products the Azzorpardi’ were asked to supply the meat for the Royal’s diner and this gave Brian ‘Chops’ Azzorpardi the opportunity to also be the cook. Chops was so impressive the feedback from the Royal’s and everyone attending resulted in a letter of thanks that is still mounted in the shop. Whilst Chops has now retired, he can still be seen occasionally at the shop so if you happen to see him, don’t forget to ask about his proud family history.

Azzorpardi Butchers are currently celebrating 80 years in business and are also the longest serving member of Master Butchers Limited (MBL) since 1947 and the now owners being the fourth generation in the family. They employ 7 people to keep up with the demands of their customers and are modestly involved in the community being well known for their willingness in sponsoring sporting and community events.

To the current owners and the Azzopardi family; Whyalla says thank you for being committed to a legacy that Grandfather Salvadore established and also for being an Icon in our city.

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

87 Essington Lewis Ave Whyalla, South Australia 5600

Ph # (08) 8645 7173

Email admin@azzopardibutchers.com

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063612008462

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From the moment we stepped into the Whyalla Caravan and Tourist Park property, it was the realisation of what transformation can provide. Whilst I was going to write this as a good news story; and that is still an element, the real truth here is that hard honest work is the prevailer of what has led to this success.

Stephen and Tanya Edwards and family first arrived in Whyalla around three and a half years ago having purchased the property. Steve tells me that at the start they would get about six caravans a week but it is now highly recommended to make a reservation as they are generally fully booked out year round. There was just the two of them that started the journey but now have a team of eight to help with everything the park requires to keep in its meticulous condition.

The park boasts over 50 different caravan sites, 3 styles of cabins, cottages, units, and for our FiFo friends there’s also workers accommodation. All of this situated in an ambience of native trees and shrubs with an impeccable clean environment. Stepping into the Reception area you’ll be greeted with not only friendly service but an array of everything visitors need to navigate Whyalla and its community.

Other amenities include a camp kitchen for those wishing to mingle amongst other guests and sit around a bonfire during the colder months, a fully capable fish cleaning station for those avid fishers, and very clean laundry and bathroom facilities. But here’s the good news; they’ve recently purchased a further six acres alongside to essentially double the park area.

Steve and Tanya, you really do need to be congratulated on what you have achieved with your vision.

And lastly, whilst Whyalla Caravan and Tourist Park is referred as ‘The Quiet Alternative’, I would like to think it could also be known as the ‘The Loud Achiever’… well done.

Please remember, shop local, shop Whyalla…

Whyalla Caravan and Tourist Park

1 Mullaquana Road, Whyalla SA 5601

Ph # 8645 9357

Email welcome@whyallacaravanandtouristpark.com

https://www.whyallacaravanandtouristpark.com

https://www.facebook.com/whyallacaravanandtouristpark

https://www.instagram.com/whyallacaravanandtouristpark

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