As the peak body representing and supporting WA Local Governments, WALGA is excited to announce our inaugural 2025 Local Government Emergency Management Forum.
A first for the sector, this new WALGA forum will bring together Local Governments and industry representatives working in, impacted by, and shaping emergency management decisions. Designed by WALGA’s Emergency Management team, with input from Local Governments, this Forum will address the needs of WA Local Governments, providing an opportunity to enhance capabilities, build insights, and share strategies for Emergency Management.
This year’s theme is Local Government future proof: Preparing today for tomorrow's challenges. Hon Paul Papalia CSC MLA, Minister for Emergency Services will lead the Forum, followed by an address from WALGA President Karen Chappel AM JP. Delegates will also hear from an array of Local Government emergency management practitioners, sector leaders and change makers including:
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.
