Leonora is a town in the Goldfields-Esperance region of Western Australia, located 833 kilometres northeast of Perth, and 237 kilometres north of Kalgoorlie. The town has an estimated population of 1500, with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people making up some 14 per cent of the population. Leonora is primarily a mining town. There are a number of major gold mines in the Shire, as well as the Murrin Murin laterite nickel project. The area also supports a significant pastoral industry. The town has a picturesque main street and many historic buildings which attracts visitors.
Leonora experiences average day time temperatures of 15 degrees in winter and 38 degrees in summer. Rainfall is scarce with the average fall marked at around 250mm per year.
Leonora is situated close to a number of beautiful natural attractions, and camping and outdoor activities are favourite pastimes for many locals. Leonora is a very welcoming country town, with lots of opportunities to meet people and become part of the wider community.
The Leonora Office is a small office,with staff that support each other and work together with a shared passion for the work they do. As an office within the Goldfields district, employees in Leonora have strong working relationships with the Kalgoorlie office.
Although it is a busy office, there are no traffic jams, no hustle and bustle of the city life, no pollution or major noise. There are great after hours self-care activities available that provide staff with options to unwind and de-stress.
With outdoor activities to keep all entertained, and some school and childcare options, Leonora is a great place to make a family home.
Leonora offers basic facilities and services. Specialist health or trades services may not be accessible in town.
Leonora is a very social country town, with lots of opportunities to meet people and feel connected to the wider community. There are sporting activities, a modern recreation centre, attractions and events for those who like to keep entertained and active.
While working in Leonora you may have access to a range of financial benefits and allowances, including regional housing and incentives schemes, for eligible employees.