In response to queries received from Members regarding fuel security, WALGA has collated information relevant to Local Government operations. In addition to weekly meetings with the State Fuel Controller, WALGA will continue to stay central to the conversations and provide timely updates to the sector as the situation progresses.
Registration is now open for our annual Emergency Management Forum, held at Murdoch University on Tuesday, 26 May 2026.
Join industry experts, sector leaders and change makers as they share insights and forward‑thinking perspectives across all facets of emergency management.
WALGA’s Q1 2026 Economic Briefing is now available for Members, featuring insights on fuel supply impacts, inflation, interest rates and updated Local Government Cost Index analysis to support financial planning and decision making across Local Governments in WA.
WALGA will be hosting an official launch for our publication and web collection, From Idea to Implementation, which highlights the important work Local Governments are undertaking in economic development through a series of case studies.
Join us on Monday, 11 May in-person or online as we highlight the important role Local Governments play in delivering Economic Development opportunities for their communities, followed by light refreshments.
The Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) is an independent, member-based, not-for-profit organisation representing and supporting the WA Local Government sector. Our membership includes all 139 Local Governments in the State. WALGA uses its influence, support and expertise to deliver better outcomes for WA Local Governments and their communities.
We are proactive, passionate and committed about providing the support Local Governments need to best serve their local communities. Our people are top tier, subject matter experts in the fields that matter to Local Governments: Employee Relations, Governance, Local Laws, Procurement and Tax Services advice.
Our WALGA experts provide policy input to State and Federal Government that ensures the Local Government perspective is heard.
Our expertise spans Member Services, Policy and Advocacy, all under one roof. We participate in and lead working/reference groups and committees and provide proactive solutions to Local, State and Federal Government.
The LGA30120 Certificate III in Local Government course is aimed at new of existing officers who are working in a Local Government.
The Diploma of Local Government (Planning) has been developed through extensive consultation with the Local Government sector. This vocational...
On Thursday, 2 April the Salaries and Allowances Tribunal (SAT) issued the 2026 Local Government...
The SafePath reporting portal provides insights on how spaces are used, helping Local Governments...
On Wednesday, 18 March, more than 250 delegates including Aboriginal leaders, Local Government...
WALGA acknowledges the continuing connection of Aboriginal people to Country, culture and community. We embrace the vast Aboriginal cultural diversity throughout Western Australia, including Boorloo (Perth), on the land of the Whadjuk Nyoongar People, where WALGA is located and we acknowledge and pay respect to Elders past and present.
