A list of publications put out by the department's service areas.
Guidance on the Local Government (Long Service Leave) Regulations 2024 and leave entitlements of local government employees.
Local Government Reform
For the year ending 30 June 2023
Authorised Inquiry under Part 8 Division 1 of the Local Government Act 1995 (WA)
Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement
Explanatory paper
The Local Government Standards Panel (the Standards Panel) is the primary standards panel established under Part 5 Division 9 and Schedule 5.1 of the Local Government Act 1995 (the Act).
Local Government Operational Guidelines
Stop Puppy Farming
Supporting and enforcing effective regulation of the local government sector within WA.
Example financial report template for band 3 and 4 local governments.
Example financial report template for band 1 and 2 local governments.
Developed in response to recommendation 6.12 from the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.
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The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) provides this content to assist local governments in preparing a policy relating to electronic attendance and meetings.