The department will be closed from Monday 23 December 2024 and will reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025. We will respond to queries in the new year. Best wishes for a safe and happy festive season.
A list of publications put out by the department's service areas.
The role and responsibilities of council
For the year ended 30 June 2021.
Local Government Reform
A guide for local governments
Plan on a Page
Consultation on proposed reforms
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).
Understanding the rules and restrictions on caravan use under the Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Act 1995 and the Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Regulations 1997.
This fact sheet assists caravan operators and other stakeholders to understand the requirements of the Caravan Parks and Camping Grounds Act 1995.
Licencing guidelines for developers and local government.
Authorised Inquiry under Part 8 Division 1 of the Local Government Act 1995 (WA)
To assist local governments with the preparation of their budgets, the department has prepared this factsheet on the budget process.
For the year ended 30 June 2020.
For the year ended 30 June 2019.
Recommendation 6.12 of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse