Publications

A list of publications put out by the department's service areas.

List of publications

Categories

A new Local Government Act for Western Australia: principal findings

Local Government Act Review Overview: principal findings

In 2017 the State Government announced a review of the Local Government Act 1995 — the first significant review since the Act was introduced more than two decades ago.

A new Local Government Act for Western Australia: smart

Local Government Act Review Overview: smart

In 2017 the State Government announced a review of the Local Government Act 1995 — the first significant review since the Act was introduced more than two decades ago.

A new Local Government Act for Western Australia: inclusive

Local Government Act Review Overview: inclusive

In 2017 the State Government announced a review of the Local Government Act 1995 — the first significant review since the Act was introduced more than two decades ago.

Local Government Act Review Overview - agile

Local Government Act Review Overview: agile

In 2017 the State Government announced a review of the Local Government Act 1995 — the first significant review since the Act was introduced more than two decades ago.

Rating Policy: Valuation of Land

Local governments impose rates on the properties within their district to raise revenue to fund the services and facilities provided to residents and visitors.

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Report of the Inquiry into the Shire of Perenjori

Authorised Inquiry under Part 8 Division 1 of the Local Government Act 1995 (WA)

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Local Government Standards Panel Annual Report 2018-19

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 Standards Panel Annual Report 2017-2018

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).

Two Year Action Plan for Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries 2019-20 cover

Two Year Action Plan for Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries 2019-20

To make Western Australia a world class arts, cultural, sport and Aboriginal tourism destination.

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Report of the Inquiry into the City of Melville

Authorised Inquiry under Part 8 Division 1 of the Local Government Act 1995 (WA)

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Guide to the WA planning system

A useful guide for sport and recreation professionals.

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Active Open Space (Playing Fields) in a Growing Perth Peel

Open space is an inherent part of the Australian culture, helping to define Perth and contribute to the physical and mental health of our community.

Cat Local Law Guidelines

This guideline has been prepared as an alternative to a Model Cat Local Law, to assist local governments in developing a Cat Local Law that caters for their unique situation.

Rating Policy: Valuation of Land — Mining

This document describes the legislative and policy basis for the application of minimum payments to land being rated by a local government.

Rating Policy: Minimum Payments

This document describes the legislative and policy basis for the application of minimum payments to land being rated by a local government. June 2023.

Rating Policy: Giving Notice

This policy aims to provide guidance to local governments on the legislative requirements governing the giving of notice on rates. June 2023.

Rating Policy: Differential Rates

Local governments impose rates on the properties within their district to raise revenue to fund the services and facilities provided to residents and visitors. March 2023.

A Guide to Meetings

A guide to meetings for elected members to support their effective participation in council and committee meetings.

Page reviewed 07 September 2023