The WALGA Local Government Convention returns on Wednesday, 16 to Friday, 18 September as the landmark event in the Local Government calendar, bringing together Elected Members, Council Officers, Executives, suppliers and key stakeholders from across WA.
Under the theme Tomorrow’s World, LGC26 explores the rapidly changing environment facing the sector through a dynamic program of professional development, networking and innovation at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre. Register now to secure your place.
The new RoadWise website is now live, featuring a refreshed look and improved user experience.
Designed to support Local Governments across WA, the site provides practical, evidence-based tools and resources to strengthen road safety planning and delivery.
Western Councillor highlights stories, achievements, and case examples from across the Local Government sector, showcasing the work WALGA’s 139 Members undertake to deliver positive outcomes for their communities.
The 2026 Local Government Directory is now available! At WALGA, we take pride in delivering this indispensable resource, fostering collaboration and efficiency across the Local Government sector, and we hope it is as essential of a resource to you.
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.
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.
Our WALGA experts provide policy input to State and Federal Government that ensures the Local Government perspective is heard.
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.
The LGA30120 Certificate III in Local Government course is aimed at new of existing officers who are working in a Local Government.
The Diploma of Local Government (Planning) has been developed through extensive consultation with the Local Government sector. This vocational...
The WALGA AGM will take place at 2.30pm on Thursday, 17 September at Perth Convention and...
Last week, more than 115 WA delegates from across 41 WA Local Governments came together over...
The Commonwealth Government is proposing changes to the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements...
WALGA acknowledges the continuing connection of Aboriginal people to Country, culture and community. We embrace the vast Aboriginal cultural diversity throughout Western Australia, including Boorloo (Perth), on the land of the Whadjuk Nyoongar People, where WALGA is located and we acknowledge and pay respect to Elders past and present.
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