About us

The department works collaboratively with government, community organisations, peak bodies and other stakeholders to achieve our vision of creating a vibrant, inclusive and connected WA community.

Our purpose

To foster a cohesive, prosperous, vibrant and healthy Western Australian community.

Our vision

Western Australia is celebrated as the best place to live in Australia.

Our mission

To lead the public sector in community-focused delivery, with a high-performing organisation and a thriving workforce.

Our values

Our values demonstrate the behaviours that shape our culture, inspire our teams, and set the tone for our interactions with communities, stakeholders and each other.

Respectful

Fostering a culture that values diversity, actively listens, and recognises and respects contributions from all.

We are respectful and inclusive

Accountable

Being transparent, taking responsibility for actions, and ensuring effective governance and compliance.

We take responsibility and deliver quality

Responsive

Meeting stakeholder and community needs, fostering strong relationships through proactive and effective communication.

We meet the needs and expectations of our stakeholders

Open-minded

Embracing open-minded collaboration within our organisation and with our stakeholders that encourages learning and continuous improvement.

We challenge the status quo with open minds

Integrity

Upholding the highest standards of honesty, ethical behaviour, trustworthiness and sincerity in all actions and decisions.

We build trust through responsible actions

Corporate Executive

  • Lanie Chopping, Director General (Chair)
  • Erin Gauntlett, Deputy Director General, Management and Coordination
  • Jen McGrath, Deputy Director General, Capability and Performance
  • Shelagh Magadza, A/Executive Director, Specialist Aboriginal Projects and Engagement
  • Audrey Formentin, Executive Director, Infrastructure
  • Liam Carren, Executive Director, Corporate Services 
  • Natasa Dale, A/Executive Director, Strategy and Performance Accountability
  • Tim Fraser, A/Executive Director, Racing, Gaming and Liquor
  • Marcelyn Nicolaou, Executive Director, Sport and Recreation
  • Tom Griffiths, A/Executive Director, Local Government 
  • Kate Rowlands, A/Executive Director, Office of Multicultural Interests 
  • Nikki Miller, A/Executive Director, Culture and the Arts
  • Ludisha Kalasopatan, Chief Financial Officer
  • Laura Hunter, Executive Director, Organisational Change and Transformation.

Operational structure

  • Director General
    • Capability and Performance
      • Corporate Services
      • Finance
      • State Records Office
      • Strategy and Performance Accountability
      • Legal Services
      • Corporate Communications

    • Management and Coordination
      • Racing, Gaming and Liquor
      • Local Government
      • Sport and Recreation
      • Culture and the Arts
      • Office of Multicultural Interests
      • Regulatory Reform
      • Aboriginal History
      • Child Safeguarding Implementation Team
    • Specialist Aboriginal Projects and Engagement
    • Infrastructure
    • Major Projects
    • Organisational Change and Transformation
    • Office of the Director General
    • Integrity
    • Art Gallery of Western Australia
    • Arts and Culture Trust
    • State Library of Western Australia
    • Western Australian Museum

Portfolio structure

Department interagency relationships

Strategic Plan 2024-2029

Our Strategic Plan sets the direction for the department over the next 5 years.

Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan

Our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan provides a framework for how we can advance the cause of reconciliation in our workplace as allies and partners. It is our strategic commitment to lead and support national reconciliation initiatives. 

Page reviewed 16 September 2024