WALGA, together with the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety (LGIRS) and the WA Electoral Commission, will be hosting an Election Candidate Information webinar ahead of the opening of nominations for the 2025 Local Government Elections.

This informative session is designed to support individuals considering nomination by providing a clear overview of the election process, the responsibilities of Council Members and Local Governments, and the regulatory role of DLGIRS in Western Australia.

The following presenters will cover a range of topics, with the aim of preparing candidates for the electoral process, and if elected, life as an Elected Member.

Presenters:

• Minister for Local Government; Disability Services; Volunteering; Youth; Gascoyne, the Hon. Hannah Beazley MLA.
• WA Local Government Association President, Karen Chappel AM JP.
• Acting WA Electoral Commissioner Dennis O’Reilly, together with Phillip Richards, Manager Election Events.
• LGIRS Deputy Director General, Erin Gauntlett.
• WALGA Executive Director Member Services, Tony Brown.

There will be an opportunity for participants to engage by asking questions during the session or via email after the session. This webinar will also be recorded and available for access online.

Please direct any enquiries to WALGA Manager Governance and Procurement, Felicity Morris at fmorris@walga.asn.au or call 9213 2093.

Click here to register (WALGA website)