WALGA

Federal Budget 2025-2026

WALGA Federal Budget Analysis 2025-26

Treasurer Chalmers reported a $27.6 billion deficit for the 2024–25 financial year, which is forecast to increase to $42.8 billion by 2025–26, with ongoing deficits expected in future years. Gross debt is projected to surpass $1 trillion during 2025–26, adding pressure on subsequent Budgets to manage rising interest payments. 

Aboriginal Engagement Forum

Aboriginal Engagement Forum

Wednesday, 9th April 2025

State Reception Centre, Kings Park
60 Fraser Ave, Kings Park WA 6005

Since 2017, the AEF has provided the space for the WA Local Government sector and partners to embrace the principles of reconciliation and share our collective goal of creating positive outcomes for Aboriginal peoples and the wider community, through respectful Aboriginal and community engagement. 

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WALGA Strategic Plan 2025-2029

WALGA’s Strategic Plan for 2025-2029 sets out the vision, values and strategic focus for the organisation for the next five years.

WALGA’s Strategic Plan was developed in consultation with our Members and key stakeholders.

State Council, as the governing body of WALGA, provided final endorsement of the Strategic Plan on 6 December 2024.

About WALGA

The Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) is an independent, member-based, not-for-profit organisation representing and supporting the WA Local Government sector. Our membership includes all 139 Local Governments in the State. WALGA uses its influence, support and expertise to deliver better outcomes for WA Local Governments and their communities.

Our Services

We are proactive, passionate and committed about providing the support Local Governments need to best serve their local communities. Our people are top tier, subject matter experts in the fields that matter to Local Governments: Employee Relations, Governance, Local Laws, Procurement and Tax Services advice.

Policy Positions

Our WALGA experts provide policy input to State and Federal Government that ensures the Local Government perspective is heard.

Work at WALGA

Our expertise spans Member Services, Policy and Advocacy, all under one roof. We participate in and lead working/reference groups and committees and provide proactive solutions to Local, State and Federal Government.

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