Waratah-Wynyard is classified as a rural local government area and has a population of 13,800,[1] the major towns and localities of the region include Savage River, Sisters Beach, Somerset, Waratah and the principal town of Wynyard.

[3] Waratah-Wynyard is classified as rural, agricultural and very large under the Australian Classification of Local Governments.

The enlarged "W" below Table Cape is indicative of ploughed paddocks representing the rural heritage – a lighthouse and a seagull were added to the final design.

Other sitting councillors are Kevin Hyland, Michael Johnstone, Leanne Raw, Andrea Courtney, Gary Bramich and Dillon Roberts.

[7] The centre hosts a monthly local artwork exhibit and the Ransley Veteran Car Collection on permanent display.