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At WSB Distributors, we’re proud of our long-standing commitment to serving our customers with excellence. We understand that your livelihood depends on the quality of our products and services, and we take that responsibility seriously. We’re more than just a provider of high-quality sales, parts, and service – we’re about building lasting relationships, supporting our community, and contributing to your success. We’re dedicated to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction and foster a positive work environment where our employees can excel and deliver outstanding customer care.
We also believe in being a responsible corporate citizen and actively engage with our clients to
understand their needs and help them thrive.
Experience the WSB difference – where your success is our priority. Connect with us today and discover how we can partner with you.
As a family-owned business serving South Australian farmers for over three generations, WSB Distributors understands the challenges you face. We’ve seen it all and are here to support your success with high-quality products, creative solutions, and a deep understanding of your needs.
With a strong presence across the South Australia, including Clare, Jamestown, Saddleworth, Karoonda, Loxton, Cummins, and the Yorke Peninsula, we’ve steadily grown alongside our customers, developing an intimate knowledge of the diverse agricultural landscape in South Australia.
At WSB, you’ll find more than just reputable and reliable agricultural machinery from leading brands like AGCO. You’ll find a dedicated partner committed to providing exceptional sales, parts, and service, tailored to your unique operation.
AJ ‘Johnny’ Walker set up a tax and land agency business in Clare until World War II broke out when he moved to Tennant Creek as an Army paymaster.
A family tragedy in late 1943 saw Johnny return to Clare and re-open his business, focusing on income tax returns, valuations, wills, and real estate.
Johnny started selling fuel and introduced the Morris car dealership to his business adding sales and servicing.
Johnny purchased a garage on Old Main North road in 1952 and 18 months later he moved to a new premises on Main North Road which today remains the primary location of the WSB Distributors business. The same year Johnny’s son, Brian, joined the company trading as AJ Walker & Co.
Brian Walker left the business and was replaced with Brian Stanway who went on to marry Johnny & Joyce Walker’s daughter, Raelene.
AJ Walker & Co added agricultural brand, Massey Ferguson, to the company with Brian Stanway as the main salesperson.
Brian Stanway is made Director of the company.
AJ Walker & Co undergoes a name change to Walker & Stanway.
Walker & Stanway undergoes another name change to Walker, Stanway & Beckman, with the involvement of Blyth-based Massey Ferguson dealers, John & Elva Beckman.
Walker, Stanway & Beckman becomes, WSB Distributors.
WSB Distributors added franchises; Kubota, Silvan, Subaru, Renault, Peugeot, and later, Toyota.
With the rapid growth of the wine grape industry in the Clare Valley during this time, WSB Distributors also became a major supplier of viticulture equipment.
Johnny & Joyce Walker retire from WSB Distributors, leaving the running of the business to their son-in-law, Brian Stanway & selling their share to Brian & Raelene’s second son, Robert Stanway, who is now Director with his younger brother, Phil Stanway.
Brian Stanway retired due to ill-health & long-term employee & sales manager, Trevor Fairchild, takes over as company manager.
Phil Stanway joins the company as agricultural salesman after completing his bachelor of agricultural science at the University of Adelaide.
WSB Distributors spreads its professional footprint to open a dealership in Jamestown, South Australia, offering parts, sales and service.
Company manager, Trevor Fairchild, begins his succession planning for retirement & with support of the Directors, appoints administration manager, Debra Wehrmann, as business manager. Until Trevor’s sudden passing in December 2020, he remained an integral part of the business assisting with the take-over & set up of the Saddleworth & Karoonda dealerships.
WSB Distributors purchase RH Schulz Pty Ltd at Saddleworth, South Australia
WSB Distributors purchase GJ Clarke & Co at Karoonda, South Australia.
WSB Distributors once again spread their professional footprint and establish a new dealership at Loxton, South Australia.
WSB Distributors became the exclusive AGCO dealers in Cummins on the Eyre Peninsula as well as taking over the Cummins Garage, expanding their services to include car and truck servicing.
WSB Distributors continued to grow through 2024, becoming now the exclusive AGCO dealer on the Yorke Peninsula.
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Monday-Friday: 8:00AM 5:00PM
Monday-Friday: 8:00AM 5:00PM
Monday-Friday: 8:00AM 5:00PM