Local Government Asset Revaluations

LG Alert

With 30 June fast approaching, some local governments need to make sure they have their asset revaluations ready for audit.

Financial Health Indicator

LG Alert

The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries is reviewing the Financial Health Indicator, which is available on the MyCouncil website.

Noongar version of Better Beginnings Baby Ways book launched

An award winning early years literacy program has been expanded to include the Noongar language, with the launch of the first dual language Baby Ways book.

Heartwarming WA documentary series, Children’s Hospital now airing on Channel Nine

New Western Australian documentary series Children's Hospital made its television premiere on Channel 9 on 17 June at 7.30pm.

VenuesWest welcomes new Chair and new board member

The VenuesWest board, which oversees Western Australia's premier sport and entertainment venues, has welcomed a new Chair and one new board member.

New CEO for Metropolitan Cemetery Board

Local Government Minister John Carey has announced the appointment of Kathlene Oliver to the role of Metropolitan Cemetery Board CEO, replacing Acting CEO Joe Fortuna.

Spotlight on Rosemary Madacsi, Shire of Toodyay President

Shire of Toodyay President Rosemary Madacsi talks about her experience on council and what can be done to encourage more women to nominate for local government.

Compliance framework update

An updated compliance framework for local government will be developed after DLGSC engaged external provider Nous Group to carry out this important work.

Local Government Regulations Amendment (Financial Management and Audit) Regulations 2022

LG Alert

The Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (the department) is working with local government stakeholders towards the introduction of Model Financial Statements for the 2022-23 financial year.

Western Australia Premier’s Book Awards winners announced

The Western Australian Premier's Book Awards winners have been announced during a ceremony at the State Library of Western Australia.