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Local Governments Financial Audit Preparedness 2021-22

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With the start of the new financial year, WA local governments should ensure that they are in a position to allow the preparation of their financial statements and financial audits run as smoothly as possible.
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2022-23 Budget and proposed regulatory changes

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The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries is working with local government stakeholders towards the introduction of Model Financial Statements for 2022-23 financial year.
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Flying of flags: National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week

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Flying the Indigenous Flags on National Sorry Day and throughout National Reconciliation Week recognises the significance of these events for all Australians and is a sign of respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culture.
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Differential general rates and minimum payments

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Western Australia’s local governments are required to advertise their rates from 1 May.
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Open by Design principles free webinar

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The Office of the Information Commissioner is launching a series of new publications about Open by Design principles.
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Flying of flags: ANZAC Day

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Anzac Day is a day of special significance to all Australians, particularly for our serving military personnel and returned veterans.
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Activating Alfresco webinar

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This webinar is suitable for local government CEOs, and staff involved in economic development, small business support and place activation roles.
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Australian National Flag to fly at half-mast

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Wednesday 30 March 2022
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Holding meetings electronically

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Several local governments have contacted the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries about the requirement to hold Electors’ general meetings and Special electors’ meetings (Electors' meetings) and if they can be held electronically.
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Flying of flags: Anniversary of the Apology to Members of the Stolen Generations

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Flying the Indigenous flags on National Sorry Day and throughout National Reconciliation Week recognises the significance of these events for all Australians and is a sign of respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and culture.
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Flying of flags for Australia Day

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Wednesday 26 January 2022
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Industrial relations reform for local governments

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The Industrial Relations Legislation Amendment Bill 2021 was passed by the WA Parliament on 16 December 2021.
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The Dog Amendment (Stop Puppy Farming) Bill 2021 has passed through Parliament

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This means changes to the Dog Act 1976 to better regulate the breeding of dogs in Western Australia.
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Council Member Essentials Training

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Following the 2021 Ordinary Elections, local governments are reminded that under the Local Government Act 1995, council members must complete the Council Member Essentials (CME) training course.
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Remembrance Day

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Flags at half mast and observance of 1 minute of silence on Thursday 11 November 2021.
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Queen's Birthday Public Holiday 2022

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