WALGA

15/09/2026

WALGA’s Local Government Convention would not be possible without the support of our generous sponsors.

A big thank you to all the 2026 sponsors:

🌟LGIS
🌟Change Energy

🏳️Containers for Change WA
🏳️ readytech

🤝 Dept of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety
🤝 BetterAIM
🤝 Civic Legal
🤝 McArthur

We look forward to seeing everyone, TOMORROW!! 🥳

15/09/2026

WALGA's five-day Health and Safety Representatives (HSR) Training Course provides a practical and engaging learning experience for newly elected HSRs.

Through group activities, discussion and real workplace scenarios, participants develop the knowledge and skills needed to confidently perform their role.

"Very interactive and relevant to my newly elected position as HSR. The facilitator was excellent and engaging. Can recommend to others."

Secure your spot and join the next intake:
📅 Monday, 12 to Friday, 16 October
📍 WALGA, West Leederville
👇 Register now https://ow.ly/QpBP50ZN7Cv

14/09/2026

14/09/2026

Congratulations to all winners of the 2026 WasteSorted Awards 🏆

A special shout out to the Local Governments recognised for their amazing community engagement, team and recovery efforts:
♻️ Winners - City of Stirling, City of Bunbury,City of Kwinana
♻️ Highly commended - Town of Port Hedland

These important awards showcase the amazing collective work of WA businesses, Local Governments, Schools and the Community to reduce waste and recover more resources.

Check out this year's Waste Champions 👇https://ow.ly/QouA50ZN6Lz

11/09/2026

WALGA's 2026-27 Salary and Workforce Survey is now open!

👉 Get access to valuable salary, remuneration and workforce insights while helping build stronger benchmarking data for the Local Government sector.

Learn more and get started today 🔗https://ow.ly/fNTv50ZMpNh

11/09/2026

"It's important to have pre-formed relationships with community leaders and groups, who in the early stages of recovery can step up and play an active, vital and informative role on committees." - Ian Robinson, Emergency Management and Crime Prevention Officer, City of Swan

A 2025 microburst storm in City of Swan highlighted the importance of local leadership, collaboration and preparedness in emergency response.

Read the full story, takeaways and key lessons for Local Governments: https://ow.ly/ThZj50ZI2tC

10/09/2026

WALGA's State Council and Executive team recently met at the City of Perth for the September State Council Meeting, a Strategic Forum and Zone Forum, hosted by the Central Metropolitan Zone.

These meetings provide State Council with the opportunity to engage with Member Local Governments and gain insight into local issues and priorities.

Thank you to all of the day's presenters and to the City of Perth for hosting.

09/09/2026

The Certificate III in Local Government can be the start of a long-term career pathway.

After completing the qualification, Dylan Fryer from the Shire of Dumbleyung progressed to the Diploma of Local Government and is continuing to build specialist skills while pursuing a career in planning and development.

"I love working in Local Government. I like working with clear policies, procedures and legislation and seeing how much our work contributes to making Local Government function and provide services for our community."

Dylan's experience highlights how WALGA's nationally recognised training, including the Certificate III and Diploma of Local Government, supports ongoing learning, professional development and career growth within the Local Government sector.

📅 Course starts - Wed 14 or Thur 15 October
⏳ Registration closes - Tues 29 September

Register here ⬇️
https://ow.ly/ZFqL50ZHzzh

09/09/2026

Extra mental health session added for Officer Module at WALGA's 2026 Local Government Convention! The Future of Focus: Attention, Stress and Wellbeing in Tomorrow’s World

Lauren Hancock is an experienced Psychologist with a diverse background, having worked across a range of industries, including healthcare, resources, local government, education, and non-profit sectors.

In a world where our attention is constantly being pulled in different directions, the ability to regulate where we focus is becoming increasingly important. This practical and engaging session explores the relationship between attention, stress and well-being, and how being more present can benefit us both at work and at home.

Participants will learn simple, evidence-informed strategies to better manage their attention, reduce the impact of everyday stress and be more intentional about where they direct their focus in tomorrow’s increasingly distracted world.

Plan your Local Government Convention experience👇
https://walga-lgc26.eventsairsite.com/program

06/09/2026

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, father figures and carers in our community!

This Father’s Day, we celebrate all the dads, father figures and carers who make a difference every day.

In Local Government, we know that many of these incredible people wear multiple hats as Leaders, Elected Members, mentors, volunteers, coaches, advocates, and above all, as dads, carers and father figures👏👏

So today we celebrate you and all that you do for your families and communities.
Happy Father’s Day ❤️💜🧡💙