2023 Local Government Emergency Management Survey
The Local Government Emergency Management Engagement Survey aims to provide a thorough understanding of challenges and strengths.
While the State Government bears fundamental responsibility for emergency management, Local Governments in Western Australia are pivotal entities, recognised by both Commonwealth and State Government policy as fundamental players in community disaster resilience, preparedness, response and recovery.
With statutory obligations for community-led recovery, Local Governments provide critical support to their communities. They are armed with specialised local knowledge crucial for effective emergency management.
WALGA Emergency Management Support
At WALGA, we recognise the critical role Local Governments play in emergency management and are committed to supporting them in this vital endeavour. Our team collaborates closely with all levels of government and industry groups, serving as an influential ally for Local Governments.
Through proactive advocacy, representation, and policy engagement, we work alongside our members to ensure their voices are heard, their needs are addressed, and their communities are safeguarded.
Priorities
How WALGA supports better outcomes for WA Local Governments
- Advocacy and Representation: We advocate for Local Governments at all levels of government and industry groups, ensuring their perspectives and priorities are integrated into emergency management policies and frameworks.
- Policy Development: Through comprehensive reviews and consultations, we develop policy positions that address key issues and matters for the sector, empowering Local Governments with actionable insights and recommendations.
- Capacity Building: We support capacity building initiatives that enhance the resilience and preparedness of Local Governments, ensuring they are well-equipped to respond to emergencies and safeguard their communities' wellbeing.
- Collaboration and Engagement: We foster collaboration and engagement between Local Governments, government agencies, industry groups, and other stakeholders, facilitating knowledge sharing and best practices.
Through our collective efforts, we strive to empower Local Governments, strengthen community resilience, and deliver better outcomes for the communities they serve.
Our Policy Areas
Local Emergency Management Arrangements Review
In Western Australia (WA), Local Governments are required to establish one or more Local Emergency Management Committees (LEMCs) and maintain Local Emergency Management Arrangements (LEMA) for their district.
Emergency Management Sector Climate Change Adaptation Plan
The State Emergency Management Committee (SEMC) is developing the Emergency Management Sector Adaptation Plan (EM-SAP) to support climate change adaptation across the Western Australian emergency management sector.
Emergency Management Resources for Local Government
111 Western Australian Local Governments of varying size and capacity, manage 563 Bush Fire Brigades, totaling more than 20,000 volunteers.
Committees and Reference Groups
Our emergency management team are involved in a range of working groups, committees and stakeholder reference groups to raise issues on behalf of the sector.
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Contact us
To contact the WALGA Emergency Management team
- Call (08) 9213 2049 (between 8.30am - 4.30pm AWST)
- Email us by filling out the contact form below
