Local governments

Information for local governments to help deliver good governance to the community.

The department provides advice and support to WA's 137 local governments and two Indian Ocean Territories.  

We aim to improve the capacity of local governments to respond to community demands and expectations and improve levels of accountability and legislative compliance.   

The resources and information in this section are provided to assist local councils to fulfil their legislative obligations and develop best practices.

Circulars and alerts

Compliance and governance

The department supports the local government sector in the provision of good governance and compliance by monitoring, promoting and enforcing compliance with legislation.

Training

Elections, rates, local laws, and parking

Boards, commissions and regional subsidiaries

Events

There are no upcoming events.

Page reviewed 02 August 2024