WA Local Government Association (WALGA)

Drumroll please 🥁🥁🥁 we are super excited to reveal the 2024 winners for WALGA's Community Art Competition 'Showcase in Pixels' 🥇🏆 Well done and congrats to.. 👩🎨 Emma Eva - Shire of Pingelly Double winner of the Junior Primary category, AND our first ever People's Choice award 🥳 🎨 Darkan Primary School - Shire of West Arthur Winner of the Upper Primary category 👩🎨 Abigail Nairn – Shire of Broome Winner of the Secondary category 🎨 Moorditj Wirin Circle - City of Bayswater Winner of Community Group category 🎨 Kael Davies - City of Gosnells: Winner of Artist, Non-Professional category 👩🎨 Nicci Daniele, City of Albany Winner of Artist, Professional category Art plays such an important role in all of our communities, and this competition would not be possible without your support ❤️ A heartful thank to everyone who entered, all of our 2024 winners and the Local Governments who help promote and manage submissions 👏👏 can't wait to do it all again in 2025. Check out the winning artwork and watch a video replay of the awards ceremony 🔗https://lnkd.in/ghY43-sf We'll share more on the awards ceremony and our winners soon - stayed tuned! City of Bayswater Shire of Broome Shire of West Arthur City of Gosnells City of Albany Shire of Pingelly

As the high threat season commences, we look to our dedicated volunteers for support. Local Governments manage 563 Volunteer Bushfire Brigades (VBFBs) with approximately 20,000 volunteers and oversee funding for both VBFBs and the State Emergency Services (SES). WALGA's 2025 State Election Priorities calls for additional funding to support our volunteers as they support our communities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWKpdwzg

💡WALGA’s 2025 State Election Priorities calls for more financial support for the underground power program including property connection costs. If we miss the chance to replace overhead power lines with underground lines, communities will be left with outdated technology for 50 years. See how the West reaches its Best: https://lnkd.in/gWKpdwzg

Congratulations to the 11 Local Governments who have been announced as finalists in the 2024 Most Accessible Communities WA (MACWA) Awards! The City of Albany, City of Armadale, Shire of Augusta Margaret River, City of Greater Geraldton, City of Kalamunda, City of Karratha, City of Melville, Shire of Mount Magnet, Shire of Pingelly, City of Subiaco and City of Swan have all been recognised for their efforts creating accessible and inclusive communities for all Western Australians. 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. Learn more: https://ow.ly/qWb350UeAWw

Seeking your input! Do you drive to/from work? 🚗 The National Road Safety Partnership Program (NRSPP) and Monash University Accident Research Centre are seeking feedback from people who drive to/from work to gain a better understanding of behaviours on the roads. Your insights will provide valuable data, which will help enable research to inform workplace initiatives to prevent injury and damage from rear-end-crashes. And, by completing this 10-minute survey, you'll be in with a chance of winning one of four $100 gift vouchers! ☘️🤞 Click to complete survey now 🔗https://ow.ly/y8Xb50Ucr3a

If you are ready for a career that makes a meaningful impact, consider joining WALGA to support RoadWise Councils in implementing national and state road safety objectives, servicing the Gascoyne and Mid-West regions of WA. We're seeking someone with an understanding of regional communities who has excellent interpersonal and written communication skills to build productive relationships. Applications closing 4.00pm Monday, 2 December 2024 Learn more: https://ow.ly/yQLA50U9JsV

👩🚒WALGA’s 2025 State Election Priorities calls for the review and redesign of the Local Government Grants Scheme to ensure it can meet the current and future needs of Local Government Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades and the State Emergency Service. Keeping our volunteers safe? That’s the West at its Best. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWKpdwzg

Congrats to all the local Volunteer Firefighters acknowledged for their outstanding accomplishments recently at City of Busselton Emergency Services Volunteer awards 🔥🧑🚒👏🏅 These annual awards celebrate the dedication and courage of the City’s Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades and recognise the significant role they place in the safety and resilience of their communities. Did you know..❓❓❓ Local Governments are responsible for the initial fire response of over 91% of Western Australian? And... despite the important role of Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades (VBFB) in keeping our communities safe, the funding provided through the Local Government Grant Scheme (LGGS) is not sufficient 👎 WALGA's 2025 State Election Priorities calls for a review and redesign of LGGS to ensure it meets current and future needs of Local Government Volunteer Bush Fire Brigades, and increased funding and resources for Local Government VBFBs 👍 Well done to all award recipients, thanks for all you do... Read more 🔗https://ow.ly/exbS50UaOqX

Limited spots are available for the first intake of WALGA's Diploma of Local Government – Elected Member (LGA50220) for 2025. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to increase your competency, be a strong leader for the local community and confidently contribute to informed decision making. To learn more and start your training journey, visit https://ow.ly/rqzs50Uazpx

Congratulations to the City of Bayswater - WA's Age Friendly Local Government of the Year! Congratulations are also extended to the City of Rockingham and City of Fremantle who were both recognised as finalists in the category for their commitment to creating an age-friendly community.