Costs
As an independent, not for profit organisation, WAYS is reliant upon member fees, sponsorship, donations and the contribution of time by members of the community, particularly parents.
Fees are determined at an annual general meeting of members' parents, early in each new orchestral year. Fees are currently set at $110 per school term per member. They are payable in advance for each term.
Parents have traditionally filled the roles of secretary, concert managers, catering, uniform management, rehearsal management and many other tasks associated with the smooth running of WAYS. With the exception of fees paid to the Musical Director, all positions are voluntary.
WAYS also offers a scholarship based on excellence and / or unusual circumstances. This may be for waiver of half or full fees for the year.
Members are expected to purchase a uniform.
Various other contributions are asked for throughout the year. They include:
