Our Policy Areas
Our policy areas include Economics, Emergency Management, Employee Relations, Environment, Governance, Infrastructure and Community and Waste.
We offer one strong and cohesive voice advocating to State and Federal Government on behalf of Members.
We prioritise policy areas that will have the greatest impact for our Members. Through our extensive networks and relationships, combined with sector credibility, we achieve impactful influence that benefits our Members and the communities they represent.
Advocacy Positions
WALGA’s advocacy positions have been developed with community benefit front of mind.
2025 State Election
The 2025 election presents an opportunity for the incoming Government to address the challenges facing Western Australia both now and into the future.
State and Federal Budgets
WALGA advocates on behalf of the Local Government sector to secure ongoing funding through budget allocations at a State and Federal level.
Local Government Legislative Reform
WALGA successfully advocated for a number of the reforms, and was instrumental in helping shape the first tranche of the legislation.
Policy Priorities
WALGA amplifies the voice of Local Government and brings sector positions directly to key decision makers. The breadth of issues facing the sector is wide but in order to maximise advocacy outcomes for Local Governments, WALGA has identified those issues of most important for 2023 in a Policy Priorities document.
WALGA will develop an advocacy strategy for identified policy priorities, including actions, engagement, timeframes, and outcomes sought.
