August

Vibrant Banner Display Brings City to Life

Dancing sheep, rusty dogs and giant sea dragons are just some of the images that have been chosen to represent Local Governments around the State in this year’s Banners in the Terrace Competition.

Council Cooperation on Road Safety

Cooperation between three Local Governments to ensure their shared road infrastructure remains safe has seen the Shires of Boddington, Collie and Harvey receive awards at the 2009 Roads and Transport Forum held yesterday.

'Golden Opportunity' Wins Council Competition

Artwork depicting undulating hilltops under a clear blue sky has been judged the overall winner in this year’s Banners in the Terrace Competition.

WALGA Main Roads WA Joint Release: Joint Program Reduces Road Crashes

Road crashes have been reduced by 20 per cent as a result of the State Black Spot program, independent review results have revealed.

Fewer than 100 Councils: Premier

Reform of Local Government was given some long overdue direction today when the Premier addressed an annual meeting of representatives from across the State.

Lifetime of Commitment Recognised

More than half a century of collective service to Local Government has seen two Councillors recognised with Life Membership to the WA Local Government Association at the annual WA Local Government Convention last week.

Council Elections Back in Community Control

The potential for major political parties to manipulate Council elections has been dealt a blow following legislation to return to the first-past-the-post voting system being passed by State Parliament last night.