2025 Local Government Elections Candidate Information Webinar

WALGA, together with the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) and the WA Electoral Commission, will be hosting an Election Candidate Information webinar ahead of the opening of nominations for the 2025 Local Government Elections. Taking place on:

Monday, 18 August
6:00pm to 7:30pm
Online via Zoom

This session is designed to support individuals considering nomination and will provide a clear overview of:

• the election process
• the responsibilities of Council Members and Local Governments
• the regulatory role of LGIRS in Western Australia

The following presenters will cover a range of topics, with the aim of preparing candidates for the electoral process, and if elected, life as an Elected Member, hearing from:

•   Hon. Hannah Beazley MLA - Minister for Local Government; Disability Services; Volunteering; Youth; Gascoyne
•   Karen Chappel AM JP -  President, WALGA
•   Dennis O’Reilly - Acting WA Electoral Commissioner, together with Phillip Richards -  Manager Election Events.
•   Erin Gauntlett - LGIRS Deputy Director General
•   Tony Brown - Executive Director Member Services, WALGA.

Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during the session or via email, afterwards.

Local Governments are encouraged to share details of the webinar through their networks and also host a group viewing for community members who may be interested in nominating for the upcoming elections.

Please register for the webinar here

Note: this session will be recorded and will be available online after the event.