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The Western Australian Local Government Association is an independent, member-based, not-for-profit organisation representing and supporting WA Local Government

Joined December 2013
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WALGA@WALGA
Jun 12
This week, WALGA President Mark Irwin AM met with the Hon Paul Papalia CSC MLA. Discussion included the success of WALGA’s recent Emergency Management Forum, recovery following Cyclone Narelle, the importance of CESMs and building the State’s resilience to natural disasters.
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WALGA@WALGA
Jun 8
Congratulations to WALGA President Mark Irwin, who has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours List for significant service to Local Government, to Surf Life Saving, and to the community. Read more: walga.asn.au/media-and-resou…
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WALGA@WALGA
May 28
🔦 Session spotlight: Leading through complexity and change 🎯 Focus: Build stronger leadership capability in increasingly complex environments Get your ticket now and gain the skills and knowledge to lead in complex environments.   Register here: ow.ly/9VSw50Z4ZJe
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WALGA@WALGA
May 27
In recognition of this year’s theme, WALGA is ‘All In’ supporting National Reconciliation Week 2026, with President Mark Irwin and Deputy President Chris Antonio joining WALGA staff at Optus Stadium for the National Reconciliation Week Breakfast.
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WALGA@WALGA
May 22
The program is now available for WALGA’s 2026 People and Culture Seminar, featuring an impressive lineup of speakers, leaders and change makers across all facets of People Management 🙌 Numbers are limited, secure your ticket today 👇 🔗 ow.ly/SGuP50Z2wSm
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WALGA@WALGA
May 22
Thank you to everyone who attended the launch of WALGA's economic development publication and online collection 'From Idea to Implementation: Local Government economic development case studies' 🔗 Learn more: ow.ly/oYJl50Z0W1B Images: Portia Gebauer Photographer
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WALGA@WALGA
May 21
This week WALGA President Mark Irwin, Deputy President Chris Antonio and CEO Nick Sloan travelled to Canberra to meet with the Australian Local Government Association. Discussions included fuel security, the National State of the Assets Report and sector workforce challenges.
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WALGA@WALGA
May 12
2026–27 Federal Budget: Five Takeaways for Local Government Here are the top five key takeaways for Local Government from the 2026-27 Federal Budget. Read WALGA’s full Analysis: walga.asn.au/federal-budget-…
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WALGA@WALGA
May 12
WALGA's Economic Development Case Studies publication and online collection is now available. Developed in response to sector feedback, it includes stories and successes of economic development from Local Governments throughout WA. 🔗 Learn more: walga.asn.au/policy-and-advo…
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WALGA@WALGA
May 7
Read WALGA’s full State Budget Analysis: ow.ly/s4ce50YW7R1
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WALGA@WALGA
Apr 15
Yesterday, WALGA President Mark Irwin met with Hon Hannah Beazley MLA, Minister for Local Government. WALGA thanks Minister Beazley for her ongoing engagement and looks forward to continuing to work together.
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WALGA@WALGA
Apr 14
Join WALGA on Monday, 11 May for an Economic Development Case Studies Launch event, highlighting projects being delivered by Local Governments that contribute to the success of their local economy. Learn more: ow.ly/chMi50YIwJw
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WALGA@WALGA
Apr 9
🎤 Keynote Speaker announcement Renae's keynote presentation will explore how relationships shape resilience across Western Australia, moving beyond plans and systems to what truly matters. This is a session not to be missed - secure your place today 🔗 ow.ly/y7lE50YGi6S
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WALGA@WALGA
Mar 31
On Monday, 23 March, WALGA held its third annual CEO Bushfire Management Roundtable. The insights from these discussions are invaluable and will continue to guide WALGA’s work in this space.
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WALGA@WALGA
Mar 30
Nominations for WALGA’s Local Government Honours Awards close this week! Nominations for WALGA’s prestigious Honours Awards close on Thursday, 2 April. 🔗 Nominate here: ow.ly/IQsv50YysVB
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WALGA@WALGA
Mar 27
Last week, more than 250 people gathered at Kaarta Gar‑up (Kings Park) WALGA’s 2026 Aboriginal Engagement Forum.  Thank you to everyone who helped make the event a success!   🔗Read the recap and access the image gallery: ow.ly/x4gQ50YzuLp
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WALGA@WALGA
Mar 21
President Mark Irwin and CEO Nick Sloan joined Deputy President Chris Antonio in the Shire of Northam for the Safe System for Local Government Workshop. They also connected with the Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister and Federal Member for Perth, Hon Patrick Gorman MP.
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WALGA@WALGA
Mar 19
WALGA was proud to host our second Aboriginal Elected Member Roundtable this week, bringing together Councillors from 15 diverse Local Governments across metropolitan, regional and remote WA.
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WALGA@WALGA
Mar 17
Be a Local Government standout contributor – like Sam! “Life moves fast, thanking and recognising someone for their efforts goes along way, and sometimes means more than words can say,” Sam said. 👇Nominate for the Honours Awards today 🔗 ow.ly/b3wx50Yv4zx
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WALGA@WALGA
Mar 17
WALGA is proud to receive support for our 2026 Aboriginal Engagement Forum from our event partners. Their contribution is helping to strengthen Aboriginal empowerment and engagement across Local Governments.
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