WA Local Government Association (WALGA)

The Guidelines for the Australian Government Black Spot Program have been updated, and key changes to the Project Criteria include: 🔹Crash criteria for rural regions 🔹Total project allocation increased to $3 million 🔹Project delivery in two years (three years under exemption) To reflect these changes, the State Black Spot Program Development Guidelines have been updated. For more information and to view the amended Guidelines and Project Criteria visit the Main Roads WA website: https://lnkd.in/g5pehEuA

Taking place on Wednesday, 9 April, the focus of the 2025 Aboriginal Engagement Forum is Doyntj-Doyntj Maladjiny - ‘Growing Together’ and will explore how we can unlock collaborative power to form meaningful partnerships and transform relationships with Aboriginal people to deliver positive impacts for all. Elected Members, Local Government Officers and community leaders alike will come away with a tangible collection of ideas, connections and knowledge. Don’t miss out, reserve your spot today: https://ow.ly/R1xv50V6EKB

WALGA's 2025 State Election Priorities calls for funding to address gaps in the Long-Term Cycle Network (LTCN) to make it feasible and easier to travel by active modes. An article by WAtoday on Monday highlighted that at the current rate of spending on active travel, it will be at least 50 years and potentially more than 100 or more before the Perth-Peel part of the WA LTCN is complete. To accelerate progress in filling gaps in the LTCN, new funding is needed to realise its full potential. An initial investment of $20 million per year over four years should be allocated to initiate this program. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Xiwl50V6EJ3

“The City of Rockingham knows how important inclusive parks and play spaces are in providing opportunities for people with disability to participate in our community." The City of Rockingham's all-abilities playground at Harbour Park experiences ongoing popularity and sustained usage, highlighting the lasting benefits of inclusive play spaces for people with disability, their families and carers. “Whenever we upgrade our parks and play spaces we look at how to improve accessibility, from the layout of the paths to the design of the play equipment, water fountains and seating options, and the introduction of communication boards to assist non-verbal users," said City of Rockingham Mayor Deb Hamblin. WALGA's 2025 State Election Priorities calls for funding to Local Government to improve the physical accessibility of community facilities and infrastructure, ensuring equitable access for all residents: https://ow.ly/KYIG50V53zp

The Australasian College of Road Safety (ACRS) is now calling for abstracts for the 2025 Australasian Road Safety Conference (ARSC). The 2025 Conference will be held in Perth from October 20-23, providing the opportunity for WA Local Governments to showcase their road safety projects, actions and learnings to national and international researchers, practitioners, and policy makers. For more information on the Conference and the submission of abstracts, visit https://lnkd.in/f9XNcDR

💥Advocacy win!💥 After extensive advocacy calling on the State and Australian Government to co-fund investment into Local Government roads, WALGA welcomes today's announcement that if elected, a Mettam WA Liberal Government will commit $100m over four years towards the Regional Road Safety Program and fight for fair Commonwealth funding. We all have an important part to play in changing the current road safety outcomes and making sure every person arrives at their destination safely. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gERrRCQZ

🌳A huge thank you to all attendees, speakers and sponsors who contributed to a very successful, sold-out Urban Forest Conference for 2025 🌳 With the theme of ‘Raising Resilience', the conference brought together a diverse line-up of expert speakers, informative sessions and collaborative panels, focused on the need to build resilience in these challenging times for urban forests. The event also showcased the important work of WA Local Governments, collaborating with their communities, other Government agencies and developers to take proactive steps to retain and increase tree canopy. The countdown to WALGA's 2027 Urban Forest Conference is officially on! Murdoch University Perth Inner City Group Harry Butler Institute Department of Water and Environmental Regulation Josh Byrne Josh Byrne & Associates

📣 Calling all Senior Execs in Local Government and State Agencies 📣 Register now for this insightful seminar ** Artifical Intelligence - what does it mean for the WA Public Sector ** 🗓️ Wednesday, 26 February 🕘 4:00 - 7:00pm 📍KPMG Office Level 8, 235 St George's Tce, Perth CBD. Hear from a host of AI experts and get educated on developing technologies and their implications, risks and benefits. Book your ticket now via 🔗 aiia.com.au/events 📧 events@aiia.com.au 📞 1300 665 145 KPMG Darren Henstock AIIA Microsoft Office of Digital Government Western Australia Nick Sloan

💠 WALGA – Leading advocacy on issues important to Local Government 💠 After long-term advocacy calling for measures to improve the resilience of telecommunications during emergencies, WALGA welcomes the announcement that if elected a Dutton-Littleproud Coalition Government will invest $1.2m towards a telecommunications boost for the Perth Hills. Learn more: https://ow.ly/TfsK50V2uX4

Advance your career with the Diploma of Local Government - Elected Members (LGA50220), and with the next intake in March, now is the perfect time to secure your spot ✍️🧑🎓💻 This nationally recognised program is the highest level of qualification an Elected Member can obtain through WALGA training and is the obvious next step for those who have completed the Council Member Essentials. So if you're getting curious, why not watch a short video from Dakota Crispin - Councillor for the Shire of Harvey, as he shares his training journey and why he recommends the Diploma to other Elected Members.. 📹🔗https://ow.ly/kfBr50UZ9ii Then jump online and register today 🙌 https://ow.ly/kfBr50UZ9ii