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Placemaking webinar
26 September 2023
LG Alert
DLGSC has engaged the Town Team Movement to deliver free placemaking training for the whole local government sector in WA.
Submission of annual financial statements to the auditor
21 September 2023
LG Alert
Section 6.4 of the Local Government Act 1995 sets out the obligations of local governments with regards to their annual financial reporting.
First ever Place Innovation Awards recognise our local communities and spaces
18 September 2023
Our regional and metropolitan local governments have been recognised for their innovative solutions to build community connections, activate local spaces and foster greater collaboration.
Local government reform webinar 6
15 September 2023
LG Alert
The next local government reform webinar is scheduled for Friday 22 September.
Visit us at the WALGA Local Futures Convention
13 September 2023
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries will have a booth at this year’s WA Local Government Association’s (WALGA) Local Futures Convention.
Support local democracy by voting in local government elections
8 September 2023
A call out from the State Government today is urging ratepayers and residents to recognise the importance of local democracy by making voting a priority at the upcoming local government elections.
Vote for them campaign
8 September 2023
Vote for the important things in your community at the local government elections on 21 October.
No change to local government election date
30 August 2023
LG Alert
The Western Australian Electoral Commission has confirmed that the Voice to Parliament referendum on 14 October 2023 will not affect the date of local government elections.
Updated guidance materials for local government
24 August 2023
LG Alert
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) has updated a number of guidelines and manuals for local government, as part of its ongoing support for the sector.
Make your voice heard by becoming a local government councillor
9 August 2023
Members of the Western Australian community are being urged to consider nominating for the upcoming local government elections to be able to influence the decisions being made that potentially impact the lives of thousands of residents.
Local government annual returns due 31 August
7 August 2023
LG Alert
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries reminds all council members and designated employees of their obligations to provide an annual return by Thursday 31 August under the Local Government Act 1995 (the Act).
Place Innovation Awards and placemaking training webinar
4 August 2023
LG Alert
The Department for Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) is helping local governments to support innovative approaches to placemaking through 2 new initiatives.
Fair Value Measurement of Non-Financial Assets for local governments
28 July 2023
LG Alert
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) is aware that there are differences in approach in assessing the fair value of assets, where required, with land identified as the asset class most affected.
Election Candidate Information Briefing Webinar
27 July 2023
LG Alert
The webinar will include a number of presenters and will cover a range of topics, with the aim of preparing successful election candidates for life as an elected member.
Youth Candidate Forums
26 July 2023
LG Alert
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) is working to improve candidate diversity and held a forum targeting culturally and linguistically diverse communities last month.
Minister for Local Government’s Place Innovation Awards
24 July 2023
LG Alert
New awards showcasing the best in place-based innovation by WA’s local governments are now open for nominations.
Local government reform webinar 5
21 July 2023
LG Alert
The next edition of the popular local government reform webinars is scheduled for 3 August and will feature an introduction from the new Minister for Local Government, David Michael.
New awards showcase the best in local government innovation
21 July 2023
Local governments are being encouraged to nominate for new awards celebrating the most innovative, collaborative approaches to placemaking across the state.
Community awareness drive for local government election changes
12 July 2023
A community awareness campaign is underway to inform voters about upcoming changes that will be in effect for local government elections in October.
Reform toolkit
12 July 2023
LG Alert
There are several electoral reforms that will be in place for the local government elections in October and it is essential that the community is aware of these changes.
Priority regulation amendments for local government elections and final set of orders for council representation changes
6 July 2023
LG Alert
The State Government has introduced priority regulation amendments for local government elections and made the final set of orders for council representation changes for the implementation reforms ahead of the 2023 elections.
Incorrect use of concessions on rates bills
5 July 2023
LG Alert
The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries has become aware that some local governments may be granting ‘blanket concessions’ to ratepayers under their discretionary concession powers.
Flying of flags: NAIDOC Week 2023
3 July 2023
LG Alert
Sunday 2 July 2023 to Sunday 9 July 2023
Populations estimates order and first set of orders for council representation changes
22 June 2023
LG Alert
In the recent Government Gazette the population estimates order and the first set of orders for constitutional and representation changes to councils were made under the Local Government Act 1995, ahead of the upcoming 2023 ordinary local government elections.
Bushfire Planning and Design Practitioners
21 June 2023
Under State Planning Policy 3.7 Planning in Bushfire Prone Areas (SPP 3.7), a person seeking to build or develop in a designated bushfire prone area is required to undertake certain bushfire risk management activities as part of the planning and building process.
The DLGSC Local Government Team has been kicking goals with some majors on the board
20 June 2023
It has been a busy year already for the DLGSC Local Government Team.
Inter-library loans
7 June 2023
LG Alert
From 1 July 2023 there will be changes to the delivery of the inter-library loans service in Western Australia.
Local government financial reporting: non-accredited valuation contractors
2 June 2023
LG Alert
Local governments have obligations to provide valuations for financial reporting purposes.
Flying of Flags: National Sorry Day and National Reconciliation Week
23 May 2023
LG Alert
National Sorry Day, 26 May 2023 and National Reconciliation Week, 27 May to 3 June 2023
Reducing red tape to help regions attract and retain GPs and dentists
19 May 2023
Changes to Western Australian laws regulating the recruitment of general practitioners (GPs) and dentists by local governments will reduce red tape, easing the burden on many regional local governments trying to ensure their communities have the medical services they need.
Changing the rules regulating owners and occupiers rolls
9 May 2023
Who can vote or be a candidate.
Becoming an Elected Council Member Forum
8 May 2023
LG Alert
A free forum for people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD) backgrounds considering standing for local council.
4.71% and a winner? Can this be true?
28 April 2023
Did you know that under the current system of local government voting, some winning candidates have attracted less than 5% of the vote?
Flying of flags: ANZAC Day
19 April 2023
LG Alert
ANZAC Day is a day of special significance to all Australians, particularly for our serving military personnel and returned veterans.
Local government reform webinar 2
19 April 2023
LG Alert
The first tranche of reforms to the Local Government Act 1995 is progressing through Parliament.
Round 3 recipients announced for State Government’s CBD revitalisation grants
18 April 2023
The State Government’s investment in revitalising the Perth CBD and Northbridge continues with a further 15 eligible businesses, property owners and not-for-profits sharing nearly $1 million of funding from the Perth CBD Revitalisation Grant Program.
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